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Jeb Bush involved in Carnival Cruise Lines issue

March 1st, 2006
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President Bush's brother Jeb was involved in helping Carnival Cruise Lines get their massive contract to provide ship-side housing for evacuees. Most of that housing went unused but was still paid for by FEMA.
Rep. Henry Waxman has written a letter to Jeb:
I am writing to request information about your role in the award of a […]

Jeb Bush opposes increased federal responsibilites

October 21st, 2005
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Jeb Bush: Let Locals Lead Disaster Relief
Florida Gov. Jeb Bush delivered a stern message to Congress on Wednesday: State and local officials, not the federal government or the U.S. military, should have the primary responsibility for handling natural disasters.
President Bush and other top officials have suggested that the military could take over disaster response in […]