Re: Objectivity During Crisis
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Yes, but it's a lot like my broker being deeply involved in my finances, specifically executing orders. He can advise me, but if he acts without my authorization -- I'll sue.
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All sorts of federal agencies do all sorts of things without authorization from the states - the FBI, the IRS, the EPA, the DEA, the ATF, etc.
Regarding disaster relief, from what I understand FEMA and Homeland Security (of which FEMA is now a part) have some degree of automatic jurisdiction if a large enough disaster occurs. For other areas, state and local officials technically have to request help.
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The President has some authority over some of the Federal goverment.
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Whatever you want to call it. He has authority over the executive branch, which includes the relevant players in this case.
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