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Texas lawmakers will start working on their response to the state’s deadly flooding when they meet later this month in a special session. Gov. Greg Abbott (R) this week ordered the Legislature to consider a series of topics related to the storm, starting with improving and strengthening early warning systems and emergency communications.
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New York Magazine on MSNKristi Noem Laughs Off Criticism of Her Texas Flood ResponseFEMA officials say Noem took days to sign off on the deployment of resources to assist with the search and recovery efforts.
The Department of Homeland Security says it's making FEMA less "bloated." Opponents say that cost people their lives in Texas.
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump tour the Texas flood devastation and the State Department begins laying employees.
At a press conference, his first significant public response to the tragedy, held a full week after the flood, Trump refused to address multiple facts implicating his administration and that of his MAGA ally Governor Abbott in the disaster.
The Austin Firefighters Association has delivered a vote of no confidence in the Austin Fire Department’s chief, following accusations by top union leadership he delayed emergency response
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem lashed out at CNN after it reported she delayed signing off on vital federal aid for areas of Texas devastated by flash flooding. Speaking to Fox News’ Fox & Friends,
Hundreds gathered at a Texas stadium to honor the 120 flood victims; the governor urged better disaster preparedness.
In response to the deadly flash floods in Texas, King County leaders are taking proactive measures to prevent a similar disaster.
President Trump visited central Texas to assess the damage from catastrophic flash flooding that left 120 dead. Amidst mounting questions about government response, Trump pledged support for new warning systems.
Governor Abbott updates on Texas flood response with over 2,200 personnel deployed and various assistance measures in place.
Several organizations are accepting donations for those impacted by the floods, as well as first responders and volunteers.