President Trump has been peddling some misinformation with how FEMA aid and assistance works. I figured I would offer some context into how it works.
The $750 referenced is for items such as, food, clothes, formula and other accessories. It isn’t just some small check the government hands off and sends you on your way.
FEMA offers a program called (Individual and Household Development). This helps cover expenses and serious needs that aren’t covered by the insurance companies, or other means after a federally declared a disaster.
Other FEMA offers are:
Housing Assistance:
- Temporary Housing (such as Rental assistance). Repairing or replacing damaged homes
Other Needs Assistance:
- Medical, Dental, and Funiture)
- Transportation and moving/storage expenses
- Child Care or other essential expenses related to the disaster
While FEMA does do what it can to assist families in need, it sadly won’t cover all loses. It is used a supplementary form of relief alongside insurance and other assistance. However, individuals must apply and be found eligible to receive this aid.
Below, I have posted some links to assist or information
Home disaster assistance will help answer all the above, and if you are eligible. Be safe
Rather than write or dive deep into fact checking I will post fact check links below.
Fact check: Six days of Trump lies about the Hurricane Helene response | CNN Politics
Fact check: In the US, is FEMA’s $750 hurricane relief a loan? | US Election 2024 News | Al Jazeera
FEMA isn’t running out of money for hurricane relief because of migrants : NPR
Throughtful Reader 
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