‘Heroism’: Trump rejects criticism over Texas floods; new report suggests US agency ‘ignored distress calls’ 🌊🚨
US President Donald Trump visited Texas amidst the devastation caused by catastrophic floods, praising the heroic efforts of local first responders and volunteers.
👮♂️💪 "The people here — first responders, sheriff's office, police, law enforcement — they've done an unbelievable job," Trump said. He added, "They're talented, with big hearts... Amazing what you're doing." 💖
🌟 Trump also recognized the community's resilience, saying, "The people here have been unbelievable... the way they pulled together has been incredible." 🙌
He expressed deep gratitude to first responders, calling them "very special people" for their unwavering commitment. 🙏
🔧 Trump promised action, emphasizing a sweeping review of preparedness and infrastructure to prevent future catastrophes. Despite praise, criticism has surfaced regarding the response to the deadly floods, especially concerning FEMA's delayed response and lack of timely distress call responses.
Key Criticisms:
Weather Service Cuts 🌦: The National Weather Service (NWS) faces backlash for staffing cuts, raising concerns about its ability to respond to extreme events. Chuck Schumer called for an investigation into these cuts.
FEMA’s Delays 📞: FEMA reportedly failed to answer two-thirds of distress calls after the floods. Some sources suggest delays due to the termination of contractors.
Trump Responds:
In an interview, Trump rejected criticism, calling the situation “heroism” and dismissing claims that more could have been done. He called those pointing fingers "evil" and emphasized that this was a once-in-200-year event. 🌍
He concluded by praising the community’s collective strength, stating, "This was a thing that’s never happened before." 🌟
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