FEMA Halts Firings With Massive Storm About to Hit | Balance of Power: Late Edition 01/23/2026

In the latest episode of "Balance of Power: Late Edition," the focus was on the impending massive winter storm set to hit a large portion of the United States. Former FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate shared his expectations for the storm's impact and FEMA's response. Danielle Pletka, a fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, discussed the latest developments between the Trump Administration and Iran. Representative Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY) also addressed New York City's preparations for the storm and the ongoing redistricting battle in the state. The key points from the episode are: FEMA has halted firings in anticipation of the upcoming storm, Fugate provided insights on FEMA's preparations, Pletka discussed the U.S.-Iran tensions, and Malliotakis spoke about New York's readiness for the winter storm and the redistricting controversy. The episode covered a range of political and global business issues related to the impending severe weather event.