Morning Joe More than 80 dead as searches for survivors intensifies
Jul 7, 2025
Joining the conversation are David Ignatius, a Washington Post columnist specializing in foreign policy, Mark Caputo, Axios' White House reporter unpacking newly released JFK files, and Pablo Torre, MSNBC contributor sharing insights on sports. They delve into the catastrophic flooding in Texas, discussing community resilience amidst tragedy. Ignatius links current geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, while Caputo reveals CIA secrets tied to the JFK narrative. Torre adds excitement discussing the Yankees and upcoming All-Star Game predictions.
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Camp Mystic Flood Tragedy
- Ten children and one counselor remain missing from a girls' Christian summer camp hit by flooding near the Guadalupe River.
- The camp director and his grandson died trying to rescue campers as the floodwaters surged swiftly.
Texas Flash Flood Alley Explained
- The Texas Hill Country is known as 'flash flood alley' due to frequent sudden floods caused by its hard limestone terrain.
- Recent flooding was exceptionally severe, a hundred-year event, causing unprecedented water rises and devastation.
Fund FEMA and Weather Service
- Continue funding FEMA and the National Weather Service is critical for timely warnings and saving lives during weather emergencies.
- Local emergency efforts rely heavily on federal resources and weather information for preparedness and response.