President Donald Trump said his administration is coordinating with state and local authorities in Texas after severe floods struck the state on July 4. The president announced that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem will travel to the affected areas to assess damage and oversee federal assistance efforts. Trump praised first responders already on the ground and said the federal government stands ready to provide additional resources. He and First Lady Melania Trump offered condolences to families affected by the disaster.
Trump tackles consequences of ‘TRAGIC FLOODING’ in Texas DHS head Kristi Noem sent to oversee efforts Prez praises ‘Brave First Responders’ https://t.co/Dyned46nXU https://t.co/yAWZIqVapJ
🙏🏼 @POTUS: “The Trump Administration is working with State and Local Officials on the ground in Texas in response to the tragic flooding that took place yesterday… Melania and I are praying for all of the families impacted by this horrible tragedy. Our Brave First Responders https://t.co/TbZElG05nX
Donald J. Trump Truth Social 07.05.25 10:58 AM EST The Trump Administration is working with State and Local Officials on the ground in Texas in response to the tragic flooding that took place yesterday. Our Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, will be there shortly.