Exclusive: FEMA boss fired over secret $59 million payment for migrant hotels

Comans, who controlled billions in funding as one of the most powerful figures at FEMA, was dismissed after an internal investigation revealed she and three other FEMA officials circumvented proper leadership channels to approve the payments without authorization, directly violating President Trump’s executive orders.

In addition to Comans, two program analysts and a grant specialist were also terminated. The move comes after officials at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed that the payments were made to high-end NYC hotels, contrary to both the President's directives and established FEMA protocols. DHS officials, speaking to Fox News, emphasized that these individuals acted unilaterally, making "egregious payments" without consulting leadership, ultimately undermining the agency's integrity.

The scandal sparked public outrage, particularly after Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) revealed the misuse of funds. Musk, who has been an outspoken critic of government waste, called for the immediate clawback of the $59 million, accusing FEMA of gross insubordination and mismanagement. The payments, intended for disaster relief, were instead used to provide luxurious accommodations for migrants, a move that not only violated federal guidelines but also ignited fierce criticism from across the political spectrum.

Despite the controversy, the firings are unrelated to FEMA’s hurricane relief efforts in Florida and North Carolina. The timing, however, has cast a spotlight on the agency’s financial practices, which have been increasingly scrutinized. DHS, under Secretary Kristi Noem’s leadership, has vowed to hold FEMA officials accountable and ensure that future actions align with President Trump’s directives and the safety of the American people.

With these firings, the administration has made it clear that no one is above accountability, and that misuse of taxpayer money, especially in support of illegal immigration, will not be tolerated.