Gregg Phillips Out as FEMA Chief

Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

Gregg Phillips, the controversial FEMA chief known for claiming he could teleport and ending up at a Waffle House, is out. His appointment in December sparked backlash due to his history with election conspiracies and wild right-wing podcast appearances. Though he initially earned respect for defending FEMA’s funding and power, his public statements—including spiritual teleportation claims, Bible references, and violent rhetoric against opponents—became too much for leadership. The Department of Homeland Security confirmed his departure for “personal reasons,” though sources say it wasn’t…