Relentless rain pouring over an already saturated central Texas. The region already devastated, hit with another round of dangerous flash floods over the weekend. Yeah, we're not going nowhere. We're stuck.Prompting dozens of emergency high water rescues like this one in Lancasters County. This river reaching over 33 feet in just a few hours. Thankfully, no more deaths reported despite the powerful currents.The rain still expected to continue into the evening, keeping the entire Hill Country on edge. The re ...

President Trump now says the US is going to resume sending arms shipments to Ukraine after a temporary pause. Trump announced this week that the US would supply weapons to Ukraine via NATO. The Trump administration has also been attempting to negotiate a peace deal to end the war in Ukraine.That's come up short. Those negotiations hit a snag. Our European allies are finding other ways to try to hold Putin accountable.In fact, a few weeks ago, Ukraine and the Council of Europe launched a special tribunal for ...

Disaster Overview & Impact - The community and nation are deeply affected by the significant loss of life along the Guadalupe River [1] - Over 160 people in Kerr County are still missing [5] - A memorial has been set up along the Guadalupe River to honor the victims [3][4][5] Accountability & Preventability - Officials were warned about the potential for a severe flooding event as early as October [2] - There is growing evidence that officials could have and should have done more to prevent the tragedy [8] - A special legislative session is scheduled for July 21st to address these issues [8] - The Lieutenant Governor and Speaker of the House in Texas will conduct joint investigations to understand the facts leading to the event [9] - Local officials requested a siren system multiple times, but the state denied the request [10][11] Emergency Response & FEMA Involvement - FEMA instituted a policy requiring all expenses over $100,000 to be approved directly by the Homeland Security Secretary, raising questions about potential delays in emergency relief [22][23] - Kerr County did not alert cell phones as the flooding began, and there were delays in sending out code red alerts [24][25] - The FEMA administrator has not been visible or involved in the disaster response, raising questions about FEMA's autonomy [17][18][20]

Today, multiple Democratic lawmakers, including some from Texas, are formally demanding answers from the administration about the impact of budget cuts and DHS policies on the government's ability to respond to the devastating floods. Texas Democratic Congressman Greg Quesar is one of them, chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, and he joins me now. Congressman, it's good to have you on the program again.What are the specific concerns both that you've heard raised but also the questions you want ans ...

today. Um we filed for um $20 million in damages um against the Trump administration uh because of um the um um unconstitutional and unlawful arrest and all these um conditions that I was put under. It's clear to me it's it's it's either the 20 million or an official apology from the administration because ultimately my goal is not selfenrichment.I don't want this money just because I need I I need I need money. What I want is actually accountability. Real real accountability.So if President Trump apologize ...

Disaster Overview - Over 170 people are still missing after deadly flooding in Texas, with at least 120 fatalities across six counties [1] - The search effort involves approximately 2100 first responders from across Texas and other states, utilizing air, water, and land resources, including cadaver dogs [6][7] - The focus is shifting to a "deep impact phase" as water recedes, allowing teams to search under debris [8] Camp Mystic Tragedy - Five campers and one counselor remain missing from Camp Mystic [1][13] - 165 young ladies were rescued from Camp Mystic, while the number of missing is now down to six [17] - Camp Mystic's disaster plan, including an evacuation plan, was approved just two days before the flooding [18] Accountability and Warning Systems - Questions are raised about the timing of emergency officials' awareness of the flooding and alerts to citizens [9] - The county's flood warning system was described as antiquated back in 2016, and officials discussed warning systems more than two dozen times since then [4] - There are concerns that the state of Texas failed by allowing a children's camp to be built in a dangerous flood zone [25] - A nearby camp survived because a staffer happened to be awake and alerted others, highlighting the need for a better warning system [28] Political and Legislative Response - A special session of the state legislature will address the flooding incident, focusing on legislation for better alert systems, infrastructure improvements, and relief funding [11] - Governor Abbott was criticized for dismissing questions about accountability as "the talk of losers" [30] - There are accusations that politicians in Texas ignored warnings about the antiquated flood system for a decade [22][24]

Law Enforcement & Community Relations - The report suggests that the deployment of law enforcement by the current administration is perceived as terrorizing communities [1] - The use of masked ICE agents is seen as eroding trust between the public and law enforcement [4] - Concerns are raised that masked agents make it difficult to distinguish between legitimate law enforcement and imposters, potentially endangering public safety [3][4] Constitutional & Legal Issues - The report highlights the debate around the legality and appropriateness of federal law enforcement personnel wearing masks, referencing both federal and California state laws [2] - The need for court intervention to stop profiling and potential unconstitutional actions is emphasized [1] Political Accountability & Transparency - The report criticizes the lack of accountability for masked agents and the failure of an amendment to require unmasking [6][7] - Republican colleagues are questioned for not supporting legislation requiring unmasking [8] - The administration is accused of prioritizing a lack of accountability [7] Safety & Security - The report argues that masked agents are making communities less safe [3] - The speaker is repeating the point of this is all about safety [9]

Core Argument - The interconnectedness of destinies is essential for durable peace settlements, regardless of different backgrounds and lived experiences [9] - Peace requires long, slow, patient dialogues that acknowledge wounds, hold all accountable, and allow for disagreement without tearing each other apart [10][11] - Reclaiming space for constructive conversations across divides is crucial for fostering a more loving and caring world [12][13] Societal Issues - The root of violence often stems from patriarchy, misogyny, and a violent inclination to control those perceived as weaker [7] - War speaks louder than wisdom, and power flexes its muscles instead of its mind, hindering real peace settlements [9][10] - Conflict-related sexual violence is a severe issue, and bringing such tragedies to light is essential [4] Call to Action - Individuals should create spaces for peace and conversations on a loving and caring world [15] - Conversation is not the opposite of conflict but the beginning of change [16] - Refusing to silence shared humanity is crucial for achieving peace [14]

Disaster Overview - Central Texas experienced severe flooding along the Guadalupe and Lano Rivers, with water rising over 30 feet in some areas [1][2] - The catastrophic flooding affected six counties and resulted in at least 104 fatalities [6] - Camp Mystic reported 27 campers and counselors among the dead and missing [3][8] Impact and Aftermath - Extensive destruction of homes, bridges, and infrastructure was observed, with RVs flipped and cabins inundated [2][5][10] - Search and rescue teams faced challenges navigating through massive debris fields of mangled steel, tree branches, and tree trunks [4] - Many residents were caught by surprise, with some unaware of the impending danger despite flood watches being in effect [19][20] Emergency Response and Warnings - Urgent flash flood warnings were issued, but many residents were asleep or did not receive the alerts in time [22] - The Texas Lieutenant Governor is advocating for increased funding for outdoor warning sirens [21] - The National Weather Service is facing scrutiny regarding staffing shortages and the timing of warnings [23] Meteorological Factors - Unexpectedly heavy rainfall, with some areas receiving up to 20 inches, contributed to the rapid river rise [24] - Moisture from tropical storm Barry exacerbated the situation, leading to higher humidity levels [25] - A pre-existing drought in the area caused the ground to be hard, increasing the rate of water runoff [25]

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