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News Topical, Digital Desk : The devastating floods in Texas have so far claimed the lives of at least 67 people, including 21 children. The search for some girls who are missing from a summer camp is still on. Meanwhile, America's First Lady Melania Trump expressed condolences on this tragedy by posting a post on the social media platform X.
"My heart goes out to the parents in Texas. I'm keeping you in my prayers and wishing you strength, comfort, and resilience," she wrote.
However, people did not like Melania's message and she was heavily criticized on social media. Many people called it a 'formal and pretentious response'.
Questions raised on administration's policies
People blamed not only Melania but also the Trump administration for this disaster. Many users reminded that the Trump government had cut the disaster management and weather forecasting budget, which affected the relief work.
Texas Democratic Congressman Joaquin Castro told CNN that things like understaffing at the National Weather Service could prove deadly in situations like flooding. "If there aren't enough people to provide weather analysis and forecasts, it can lead to major tragedies," he said.
Sharp reactions on social media
Angry people have reacted sharply to Melania Trump's post. One user wrote, "When their children were dying, you were dancing on the balcony." Another user said, "Prayers don't build homes. Sympathy doesn't bring back the things that your husband's government took away."
FEMA and Coast Guard are doing relief work
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has been activated following this tragedy. After President Donald Trump declared a disaster, FEMA has started sending relief materials and resources. US Coast Guard helicopters and aircraft are also engaged in relief and rescue operations, especially in search of girls who are missing from the summer camp.
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