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State of Texas: Trump, Texas leaders visit Kerrville after catastrophic flood
President Donald Trump spoke about the loss of life as a result of the flooding while surrounded by state and city leaders in Kerrville on Friday.
FEMA leader quits amid frustration over Trump's Texas flood response
The decision was likely in part due to the agency's delayed response to the flooding disaster in Central Texas. Senior FEMA leader Ken Pagurek told colleagues this was the last straw after months of frustration over President Donald Trump's repeated efforts to eliminate the agency,
FEMA search and rescue chief resigns after frustration with Texas flood response
The head of FEMA’s Urban Search and Rescue branch, which runs a network of teams stationed across the country that can swiftly respond to natural disasters, resigned on Monday.
FEMA Chief Resigns After Texas Flood Response Delays
Following the devastating floods in Texas, Ken Pagurek, FEMA's urban search and rescue chief, has announced his resignation. With over ten years of service at the federal agency, Pagurek has expressed his intention to return to his previous position with the Philadelphia Fire Department.
In the spotlight after floods, Texas lawmakers eye disaster plans amid FEMA uncertainty
The state Legislature will look at proposals for emergency preparedness in a special session that was already planned over hemp laws. A bill to help build emergency systems failed in the spring.
Bodies of 12 flood victims recovered on Kerrville family's property
Robertson says while the discoveries have been uncomfortable, he takes some comfort in knowing that the families have some ...
Trump’s visit brings hope and unity after deadly flood, Kerrville residents say
Kerrville residents who turned out in force Friday to welcome President Donald Trump said his visit brought hope and comfort ...
In Kerrville, Trump was stunned by Texas river that became 'a monster'
While he's been in communities after hurricanes and tornadoes, President Trump said the devastation he saw after an aerial ...
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‘It’s terrible’: Trump speaks about loss of life from flooding at roundtable with state, local leaders in Kerrville
President Donald Trump spokes about the loss of life as a result of the flooding while surrounded by state and city leaders ...
5 key takeaways from Trump's visit to Kerrville after deadly Texas floods
Here are five key takeaways from the president's visit to Kerrville.
Kerrville city leaders consider property tax increase for flood recovery
Kerrville residents who spoke during public comment expressed frustration, though few seemed surprised.
Trump tells Texas Republicans to redraw the state congressional map to help keep House majority
President Donald Trump is pushing Republicans in Texas to redraw the state's congressional maps to help ensure the party ...
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President Donald Trump speaks about Kerrville, Texas Floods
President Donald Trump speaks before leaving the White House to head to Texas amidst the devastating floods in Kerrville, ...
President Donald Trump expected in Kerrville, Texas, on Friday
The president will survey flood damage and meet with officials, responders and families of those killed, the White House said ...
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President Donald Trump visits Kerrville
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