The Houston Chronicle rebuked Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s response to the recent deadly floods in Texas.
It published an editorial Monday, which was sarcastically titled, “Heck of a job, Secretary Noem.”
The newspaper’s editorial board drew a stark contrast between grassroots fundraising efforts by Texans and what it described as an apparent lack of urgency in Washington, D.C., to assist with the recovery.
While “Texans are stepping up to do what we can to help our neighbors in need,” the editorial said, “some officials in Washington are more focused on saving cash.”
The board condemned reports that cuts to the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s budget had left some flood victims unable to reach emergency lines.
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“Leaving disaster victims on hold isn’t governmental efficiency,” the Chronicle wrote. “It’s heartless.