President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump traveled to Central Texas to assess damages caused by the devastating flood that claimed the lives of at least 120 people.
Upon leaving the White House, Trump said, as per ABC News, “It’s a horrible thing. A horrible thing. Nobody can even believe it. He added, “But we’re going to be there with some of the great families and others, the governor, everybody.”
A Kerrville, Texas, resident called the damages “devastating.”
“It’s horrible, but our president’s here — he’s supporting us,” the woman said. “He’s sending whatever support he can for us.”
Upon landing in Texas, the president and first lady met with first responders.
On July 6, Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) announced that President Trump approved disaster assistance for the state. “President Trump stands strong with Texas in our time of need, and I thank him for swiftly approving Texas’ disaster declaration request. This federal support will ensure local officials, emergency management personnel, and first responders have the critical resources they need to help Texans rebuild and recover from these devastating floods,” Abbott said. “Our hearts continue to grieve for our fellow Texans who have endured unspeakable loss. We continue to work around the clock with our federal and local partners to search for those still missing and to help impacted Texans move forward.”
Trump announced earlier this week that he would be traveling to Texas in the days following recovery operations, stating he and the first lady “don’t want to get in anyone’s way, because, you know, it’s what happens.”
