# Senate Confirms Cameron Hamilton to Lead FEMA

The Senate confirmed Cameron Hamilton, a former FEMA leader, to head the Federal Emergency Management Agency. He will oversee federal disaster response and preparedness efforts. The appointment is significant as FEMA faces growing challenges from climate-related emergencies and major disasters.

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- [Washington Post Biz](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/07/senate-confirms-former-fema-leader-cameron-hamilton-head-agency/) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:26:06 +0000