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Abbott, Texas and the flooding

Houston Chronicle on MSN · 15h

Gov. Abbott wants an investigation into Texas flooding - but with a caveat

Gov. Greg Abbott made clear he expects the Texas Legislature to investigate every aspect of the flooding in the Texas Hill Country - with a big exception.

MSNBC on MSN · 10h

Joe Scarborough says Abbott is ‘trying to hide behind Texas football’ in flood response

In the wake of the deadly floods, Republican Gov. Greg Abbott suggested that looking into who is to blame is “the word choice of losers.”

USA TODAY · 14h

Texas Gov. Abbott adds flood, redistricting to Legislature's special session agenda

Gov. Abbott has added new items to the Legislature's special session agenda stemming from recent flooding events. Here's what to know.

Latest on the catastrophic floods in central Texas

Texas flood rescue teams continue to search for scores of missing people as death toll climbs

Nearly a week after deadly floods struck Central Texas, search and rescue teams are continuing to probe debris for those still missing.

UPI News on MSN · 1d

Central Texas flood death toll at least 120 with hundreds missing

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Wednesday ordered state legislators to convene a special session on Monday as the death toll rose to at least 120 people and 172 reported missing in Fourth of July flooding in the Hill Country.

The latest on the catastrophic floods in central Texas

The death toll from a devastating flash flood in several Texas counties continues to rise. Gov. Greg Abbott said at least 109 people have died and more than 161 are still unaccounted for, five days after the event.

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Texas is one of FEMA's biggest users. Greg Abbott is helping Trump cut it

The governor was quick to request federal assistance last week after devastating floods hit the Texas Hill Country.

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Gov. Abbott demands comprehensive overhaul of Texas flood warning systems as death toll rises

Texas special session called to address flood warning failures and emergency response after Hill Country flooding caused more ...

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Unpacking claim Greg Abbott said he'd deport God if he 'came into Texas illegally'

The claim spread widely on social media after the floods that devastated the Lone Star State in early July 2025.

The Texas Tribune on MSN1d

Kerrville mayor says he wasn’t aware of state resources that Gov. Abbott said were in place ahead of flooding

The governor said Tuesday that the state had “assets, resources and personnel” in place before the July 4 floods.

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Criticism mounts after Abbott's 'tone-deaf' remarks on football team analogy

After his comments, many shared their criticism of Abbott on social media. Make Mindful Decisions posted on X, "That's ...

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Why are flags at half-staff? Abbott orders flags lowered to honor Texas flood victims

Flags are half-staff across Texas today, as Gov. Greg Abbott ordered them lowered to honor the victims of the deadly Texas ...

Governor Abbott Outlines Texas' Comprehensive Response to Flooding Crisis in Austin Press Conference

Governor Greg Abbott updates on Texas' response to severe flooding, highlighting ongoing dangers and state efforts, supported ...

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Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick calls on Texas to buy sirens for flood-prone counties

Gov. Greg Abbott seems likely to add the issue to the agenda, telling reporters that legislators would have the opportunity ...

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