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FEMA Fakes a Press Conference

The California wildfires prompt a controversial FEMA briefing, raising questions about the agency's transparency and response. Read more.

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Last Tuesday, the Federal Emergency Management Agency faked a news briefing about their response to the California wildfires. Really. There was a script and questions came from FEMA employees. Turns out no actual reporters were present. So sure, it was the week before Halloween, but I just don't think this is the right venue for make believe. I'd prefer our government stick with reality TV, but maybe readers have your own answer to this question from the 'conference'...

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