Episode 4617: Over 160 Missing In Texas; Trump's Tariffs

Texas leaders emphasize immediate action and unity following catastrophic floods that left over 160 people missing.

Governor Abbott stresses that dealing with the tragedy means focusing on solutions rather than blaming anyone, saying, “Who’s to blame? That’s the word choice of losers.” He highlights that winners focus on recovery and rebuilding, drawing parallels with Texas' football culture.

The state had pre-positioned resources days before the flood, knowing there was a serious flooding risk, but the magnitude of the event was unprecedented.

Legislators plan to hold hearings with affected communities and experts to craft legislation aimed at making Texas stronger and more resilient to future events.

Abbott underscores the deep Texan spirit of coming together with "boots on the ground, arms around strangers, and hearts wide open."

• Texas responds to tragedy with unity and solutions, not blame.
• True strength lies in collective action and support during crises.

• Effective legislation requires community input and expert consultation.
• Hear affected people first, then design laws that foster resilience and improvement.