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Abbott, Governor of Texas and flood warning

Gov. Greg Abbott activates state emergency response resources as new storms threaten flood-weary Texas

Forecasters warn that slow-moving storms could bring heavy downpours to already saturated areas, increasing the risk of flash flooding.

Fox News on MSN · 2d

Gov. Abbott demands comprehensive overhaul of Texas flood warning systems as death toll rises

Texas special session called to address flood warning failures and emergency response after Hill Country flooding caused more than 100 deaths.

USA TODAY · 1d

Texas Gov. Abbott adds flood, redistricting to Legislature's special session agenda

Gov. Abbott has added new items to the Legislature's special session agenda stemming from recent flooding events. Here's what to know.

Texas, Trump and FEMA

WBHM 90.3 · 12m

Trump praises disaster response in Texas while FEMA’s future is murky

The president and first lady visited Kerrville to meet local officials and families of the victims of the recent flooding. Trump promised federal support, but his team emphasized the state’s role.

Reuters · 16h

Trump's Texas visit highlights an us-vs-them approach to disasters

Trump praised Republican Governor Greg Abbott and other local officials for their "incredible" response to the flooding in Texas but criticized elected Democrats in California when wildfires devastated Los Angeles in January.

Austin American-Statesman on … · 18h

More Texas counties eligible for FEMA aid after Trump grants request for disaster status

Gov. Greg Abbott announced the federal declaration Friday after formally requesting it for the Austin-area counties Thursday afternoon.

Greg Abbott Moves to Rig Midterms Amid Texas Floods

Houston Chronicle on MSN · 1d

Gov. Abbott wants an investigation into Texas flooding - but with a caveat

Gov. Greg Abbott made clear he expects the Texas Legislature to investigate every aspect of the flooding in the Texas Hill Country - with a big exception.

The New Republic on MSN · 1d

Greg Abbott Moves to Rig the Midterms Amid Texas Floods

Governor Greg Abbot is trying to further gerrymander Texas while his state recovers from some of the deadliest flooding in its history. On Wednesday, Abbot told state lawmakers to begin the redistricting process as he positions Republicans to maintain control of the House in 2026.

Slingshot News on MSN · 13h

'We're Going To Rebuild': Greg Abbott Provides Update On Recovery Efforts Following Tragic Texas Floods

During a press conference with President Trump today, Texas Governor Greg Abbott discussed plans to rebuild communities affected by tragic floods in central Texas. Abbott stated, "We're going to rebuild.

Tyler Morning Telegraph9m

Trump defends federal government’s response to Hill Country floods during Texas visit

President Donald Trump and Texas lawmakers on Friday defended the federal government’s response to the deadly July Fourth ...

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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott orders lawmakers to consider redistricting as GOP seeks midterm advantage

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Wednesday directed lawmakers to redraw the state’s congressional map as part of a special session ...

1don MSN

Texas is one of FEMA's biggest users. Greg Abbott is helping Trump cut it

The governor was quick to request federal assistance last week after devastating floods hit the Texas Hill Country.

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Why are flags at half-staff? Abbott orders flags lowered to honor Texas flood victims

Flags are half-staff across Texas today, as Gov. Greg Abbott ordered them lowered to honor the victims of the deadly Texas ...

'That's the word choice of losers': TX Gov Abbott on who is to blame for flood response

Texas Governor Abbott faces questions about the response to the flood that has claimed over 100 deaths.

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Abbott secures federal aid for more Texas counties impacted by the floods

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced that additional counties have been added to the Presidential Disaster Declaration ...

News Nation on MSN1d

Trump to survey floods as he flaunts ties to deep-red Texas

President Trump is flaunting his bond with deep-red Texas ahead of a Friday trip to the state, where he will assess deadly ...

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