NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Friday, July 4, 2025
Jul 5, 2025
Ryan Chandler, an NBC News correspondent, shares firsthand insights on the catastrophic flooding devastating Texas, where over 13 lives have been lost amid ongoing rescue efforts. He highlights the emotional toll on families affected by the crisis, particularly an all-girls summer camp. Additionally, the discussion touches on President Trump's signing of a sweeping domestic policy bill amidst a backdrop of Independence Day celebrations, showcasing how national pride intertwines with pressing political issues, including tax cuts and Medicaid concerns.
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Parents' Agonizing Wait in Texas Floods
- Parents anxiously waited for news of children missing after Texas flash flooding at summer camps.
- Rescue helicopters evacuated children as families hoped for safe returns amid ongoing search efforts.
Tsunami-like Rapid River Rise
- The Guadalupe River rose from 3 feet to 32 feet in one hour, an event likened to a tsunami.
- Heavy rain over months funneled into rivers, causing rapid catastrophic flooding in Texas Hill Country.
Trump Bill's Mixed Impact
- Trump's new law includes permanent tax cuts and deductions for tips but also historic Medicaid and food assistance cuts.
- Critics warn it favors the wealthy while harming vulnerable Americans needing health care and food support.