Bush surveys Rita damage near Cameron and offshore oil rig
President Bush flew over Cameron and surrounding Gulf Coast towns to inspect Rita damage. He cited hurt communities, showing flattened homes, downed trees, damaged roofs, a Blockbuster store, and a riverboat stranded on muddy ground. He urged residents to wait before returning home.
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Ex-FEMA chief Brown calls out officials over Katrina response
Former FEMA director Michael Brown testified to a House panel blaming Louisiana Governor Kathleen Blanco and New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin for Katrina chaos. He admitted missteps at FEMA and faulted the White House while acknowledging his own responsibility.
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Police superintendent Eddie Compass resigns in New Orleans
New Orleans Police Superintendent Eddie Compass quits after four tumultuous weeks of Katrina chaos. He cites leadership turnover and disorganization as factors while Mayor Morial appoints Warren Riley as acting superintendent.
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Federal aid to Red Cross covers hurricane motel housing
The American Red Cross will be reimbursed by the federal government about 100 million dollars for motel rooms housing Hurricane Katrina victims. The move clarifies government support for evacuee housing, prompting some donors and charity watchdogs to question independence from FEMA.
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