Republicans, such as Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, have largely responded to the crisis by demonstrating loyalty to Donald Trump and praising him for his federal aid. However, disgruntled citizens have called out Noem for her performative empathy toward the people in crisis.

Six months into Trump’s second term, Americans confront more bureaucracy, more paperwork, more delays and more inefficiencies.

Kristi Noem Recalls Heartbreaking Encounter Days After Texas Flood Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem shared a gut-wrenching experience on Newsmax Tuesday as she recalled visiting the site of a tragic flood in Texas.