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The Josh Lafazan Show on YouTube - Episode 152

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Report: Kristi Noem DELAYED FEMA Response in Texas by 72 HOURS
 

The Josh Lafazan Show on YouTube - Episode 152


Welcome back to The Josh Lafazan Show! Today, we’re diving deep into a shocking failure of leadership during the recent devastating Texas floods. As the state faced catastrophic floods that have tragically claimed at least 59 adults and 36 children, Governor Kristi Noem reportedly delayed authorizing FEMA search and rescue teams for 72 hours after the disaster began. This delay in response is not just shocking—it’s deadly, and it raises serious questions about Noem’s qualifications and commitment to serving her constituents during a national crisis.

What makes this even more outrageous? The GOP rushed to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas over border issues, but they’ve remained silent about Noem’s disastrous inaction during this crisis. We’ll break down how Kristi Noem’s incompetence, her unqualified appointment, and the total failure of FEMA Director David Richardson are putting lives at risk and creating a double standard in the Republican Party.

Here’s what we’ll break down today:

Let’s get into it. 👇

 

 

Segment 1: The Texas Flood Crisis and Noem’s Inaction

On July 4, 2025, Texas was hit with unprecedented rainfall that led to catastrophic flooding. Thousands of residents were left stranded, homes submerged, and communities decimated. Yet, as floodwaters continued to rise, Governor Kristi Noem waited 72 hours before she authorized FEMA search and rescue teams to mobilize.

This delay is incomprehensible, especially during a disaster of this magnitude. FEMA’s role in emergencies like this is to provide immediate aid: rescue teams, medical help, and emergency shelters. But Noem’s lack of urgency caused avoidable suffering and led to lives being lost.

Why is this delay so outrageous?

 

 

Segment 2: Why No Impeachment for Noem? The GOP’s Double Standard

In the same breath that Republicans demanded the impeachment of Mayorkas for his handling of the border crisis, Kristi Noem has faced no consequences for her complete failure to act during one of the worst natural disasters in Texas history.

Why hasn’t Noem been held accountable?

 

 

Segment 3: FEMA Director David Richardson’s Incompetence

If Kristi Noem’s actions weren’t troubling enough, let’s talk about David Richardson, the acting director of FEMA under Trump. Richardson has been completely absent since the floods, failing to make public statements or coordinate relief efforts during the disaster.

 

 

Segment 4: Why Noem and Richardson Must Be Held Accountable

Kristi Noem and David Richardson represent a dangerous trend in the Republican Party: political loyalty over competence. Their failure to act when lives were on the line is a stark reminder of how political cronyism harms the American public.

 

 

Conclusion: A Call to Action

Texas deserves better leadership, and Kristi Noem and David Richardson must be held accountable for their failure to act during this disaster. The GOP needs to stop protecting leaders who put party loyalty above the safety of the American people.

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