Breaking news: Trump team plans deep cuts at office that funds disaster recovery

The staff would be cut by 84 percent.

View in browser Feb. 20, 2025, 11:03 a.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Mike Belleme for The New York Times Trump Team Plans Deep Cuts at Office That Funds Disaster Recovery The administration plans to cut the staff by 84 percent, raising questions about how the U.S. will rebuild from hurricanes, wildfires and other calamities made worse by climate change. Read more More coverage Republicans have stayed quiet as President Trump pivots toward Russia. → Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered the Pentagon to draw up plans to cut the defense budget. → "Long live the king": President Trump likened himself to royalty in a post on social media. → Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018