White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt delivered a blistering response to critics following the catastrophic Texas floods that killed dozens. Addressing the press on Monday, Leavitt accused some media outlets and Democratic leaders of spreading “depraved, disgusting lies” about the administration’s response. She firmly rejected accusations of federal delay or negligence, saying rescue teams and emergency resources were “mobilized within hours.” The flood, which left entire communities submerged and at least 82 people dead, has ignited a new political firestorm, with critics blaming budget cuts and preparedness failures. Leavitt dismissed the allegations as “shameful exploitation of tragedy for political gain.” Her forceful defense and condemnation of the narrative sparked immediate reactions across social media and Capitol Hill. As floodwaters recede, the political storm is only intensifying — and Leavitt has made clear: the administration won’t stay silent.
00:00Moments ago, the Department of Homeland Security provided an update that 91
00:04innocent souls have now perished. President Trump swiftly signed a major
00:08disaster declaration for Care County Texas to ensure our heroic first
00:14responders have every resource they need in the relief and recovery efforts. The
00:19situation on the ground remains dangerous and there could be additional
00:22public safety threats with potential incoming heavy rain, so we encourage
00:27everyone in the area to remain vigilant, listen to all warnings, and respond
00:31accordingly. I want to start by addressing the devastation from the
00:35tragic flash floods in Texas. Moments ago, the Department of Homeland Security
00:40provided an update that 91 innocent souls have now perished. Everyone here at the
00:46White House, including the President of the United States, is praying for the
00:50victims' families and friends during this unimaginable time. President Trump swiftly
00:55signed a major disaster declaration for Care County Texas to ensure our heroic
01:01first responders have every resource they need in the relief and recovery efforts.
01:07Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem traveled to Texas over the weekend and
01:11the entire Trump administration is working hand-in-glove with state and local
01:16officials to provide every assistance available. The situation on the ground
01:21remains dangerous and there could be additional public safety threats with
01:24potential incoming heavy rain, so we encourage everyone in the area to remain
01:29vigilant, listen to all warnings, and respond accordingly. Unfortunately, in the
01:35wake of this once-in-a-generation natural disaster, we have seen many
01:39falsehoods pushed by Democrats such as Senator Chuck Schumer and some members of
01:43the media. Blaming President Trump for these floods is a depraved lie and it serves no purpose during this time of national mourning.
01:51Here are the facts. In the lead-up to this tragic natural disaster, the National Weather Service did its job.
01:59Despite unprecedented rainfall, the National Weather Service executed timely and precise forecasts and warnings.
02:06On July 3rd, the National Weather Service office in Austin, San Antonio, Texas, conducted forecast briefings for emergency management in the morning and issued a flood watch in the early afternoon. Flash flood warnings were also issued a flood watch in the early afternoon.
02:17Flash flood warnings were also issued on the night of July 3rd and in the early morning of July 4th, giving preliminary lead times of more than three hours before flash flooding conditions occurred.
02:30In the National Weather Service office in New Brunfels, which delivers forecasts for Austin, San Antonio, and the surrounding areas, had extra staff on duty during the storms, despite claims of the contrary.
02:42So to any person who has deliberately lied about these facts surrounding this catastrophic event, you should be deeply ashamed. At this time, the administration's focus will be on giving the victims and their communities the support they deserve during these recovery efforts in this tragic time.
03:00May God bless the great people of Texas, especially the parents who have lost their children.
03:06President Trump loves you. We are praying for you. And he will be traveling to see you later this week.
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