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Ex-FEMA head on praise and criticism of Texas flood response

Season 2025 Episode 195 | 7m 23s

The federal response to the flash flooding disaster in Texas has come under scrutiny. President Trump, who has called for cuts to FEMA, praised the agency during his recent visit to Texas, but did not comment on his plans for its future. William Brangham discussed more with former FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell.

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