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Trump Tours Flood-Ravaged Texas Under Major Disaster Declaration

FEMA reform discussions are on hold as officials prioritize upgrades to weather forecasting, warning systems.

Dan Beazley, of Mich., prays with a large cross at a memorial for flood victims on Thursday, July 10, 2025, in Kerrville, Texas. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
A drone picture shows damage in Camp Mystic, following flooding on the Guadalupe River, in Hunt, Texas, U.S. July 6, 2025. REUTERS/Evan Garcia/File Photo
The White House is pictured, Thursday, July 10, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
President Donald Trump speaks during a lunch with African leaders in the State Dining Room of the White House, Wednesday, July 9, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

Overview

  • President Trump and the first lady toured flood-stricken Texas under a new major disaster declaration that unlocks federal aid for survivors.
  • White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said plans to phase out FEMA are paused to keep focus on relief efforts.
  • Administration officials are reassessing National Weather Service staffing and exploring technology upgrades after earlier cuts.
  • Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and NOAA nominee Neil Jacobs support faster public alert systems for flood warnings.
  • Texas legislators are drafting a bill to install flood-warning sirens in high-risk areas, a measure endorsed by the president.