The DSR Network The Daily Blast: Trump Press Sec’s Fury at Media over Texas Flood Exposes Worst of MAGA
Jul 9, 2025
Kate Aronoff, a staff writer at The New Republic, dives deep into the devastating Texas floods that have claimed over 100 lives, including at a girls' summer camp. She discusses White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt's fierce backlash against media scrutiny regarding the Trump administration's role in the disaster. Aronoff highlights the hypocrisy within MAGA's solidarity claims and critiques the political disconnect in addressing climate change and disaster relief, emphasizing the need for genuine accountability and support.
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NWS Did Its Job Amid Cuts
- The National Weather Service fulfilled its role despite staffing shortages and budget cuts.
- The real questions lie in policy impacts and disaster response funding.
FEMA Cuts Worsen Disaster Response
- Trump administration's cuts to FEMA reduce disaster response effectiveness.
- Federal disaster response is underfunded and shifting responsibilities to states is unworkable.
Staff Shortages Hurt Communications
- Critical local NWS positions were vacant, hampering communication during the floods.
- Broader issues like poor rural internet also limited warning reach.
