The MeidasTouch Podcast

Trump Admin Makes Shock Admission on Texas Disaster

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Jul 7, 2025
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Gov. Kristi Noem
Kristi Noem, Secretary for Homeland Security during the Trump administration, faces tough scrutiny following a press conference about the recent catastrophic storm in Texas. She makes startling admissions that shed light on the government's slow response to the flash floods. The discussion covers failures in FEMA's management and the criticisms aimed at federal disaster responses. Noem also highlights the dangerous impacts of budget cuts on emergency preparedness and climate research, raising urgent questions about effectiveness in crisis management.
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INSIGHT

Federal Cuts Weaken Disaster Response

  • The Trump administration's neglect and budget cuts to NOAA and the National Weather Service impaired disaster warning capabilities.
  • This directly contributed to delayed flood warnings and a higher death toll in Texas flash floods.
INSIGHT

Trump Admin's Own Secretary Admits Tech Failures Worsened Deadly Texas Flood Disaster

Kristi Noem, Trump’s Secretary for Homeland Security, admitted at a Texas press conference that the National Weather Service failed to timely warn residents of deadly flash floods, blaming outdated technology that was still being upgraded under Trump’s administration.

She shifted blame to former President Biden and Texas state officials, denying full federal responsibility and downplaying FEMA's leadership role, despite FEMA normally taking charge in disasters this large.

Noem also revealed plans to abolish FEMA, showing how the administration's cuts and policy decisions severely weakened response capabilities. The episode highlights widespread governmental neglect and mismanagement, exacerbating the tragic impact of the floods in Kerr County.

ANECDOTE

Kristi Noem's Blame and Admission

  • Kristi Noem blamed outdated National Weather Service technology and partly blamed former President Biden for warning failures.
  • She admitted warnings started late and promised technology upgrades but deflected oversight responsibility.
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