Report: Kristi Noem DELAYED FEMA Response in Texas by 72 HOURS The Josh Lafazan Show on YouTube - Episode 152Welcome back to The Josh Lafazan Show! Today, we’re diving deep into a shocking failure of leadership during the recent devastating Texas floods. As the state faced catastrophic floods that have tragically claimed at least 59 adults and 36 children, Governor Kristi Noem reportedly delayed authorizing FEMA search and rescue teams for 72 hours after the disaster began. This delay in response is not just shocking—it’s deadly, and it raises serious questions about Noem’s qualifications and commitment to serving her constituents during a national crisis.What makes this even more outrageous? The GOP rushed to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas over border issues, but they’ve remained silent about Noem’s disastrous inaction during this crisis. We’ll break down how Kristi Noem’s incompetence, her unqualified appointment, and the total failure of FEMA Director David Richardson are putting lives at risk and creating a double standard in the Republican Party.Here’s what we’ll break down today:The Texas flood crisis and Noem’s 72-hour delay in authorizing FEMA aid Kristi Noem’s lack of experience and failure in crisis management Why Republicans aren’t holding Noem accountable while they’re quick to impeach Mayorkas The absenteeism of FEMA Director David Richardson and the incompetence of the Trump cabinet What needs to change to ensure future disasters are met with effective leadership Let’s get into it. 👇  Segment 1: The Texas Flood Crisis and Noem’s InactionOn July 4, 2025, Texas was hit with unprecedented rainfall that led to catastrophic flooding. Thousands of residents were left stranded, homes submerged, and communities decimated. Yet, as floodwaters continued to rise, Governor Kristi Noem waited 72 hours before she authorized FEMA search and rescue teams to mobilize.This delay is incomprehensible, especially during a disaster of this magnitude. FEMA’s role in emergencies like this is to provide immediate aid: rescue teams, medical help, and emergency shelters. But Noem’s lack of urgency caused avoidable suffering and led to lives being lost.Why is this delay so outrageous?FEMA’s role is to be a first responder in national disasters. Every moment counts when people’s lives are at risk. 72 hours of delay means lives lost and families stranded. This isn’t just bureaucratic inefficiency—it’s a failure of leadership.   Segment 2: Why No Impeachment for Noem? The GOP’s Double StandardIn the same breath that Republicans demanded the impeachment of Mayorkas for his handling of the border crisis, Kristi Noem has faced no consequences for her complete failure to act during one of the worst natural disasters in Texas history.Why hasn’t Noem been held accountable?The GOP’s selective outrage is evident. While Mayorkas was impeached for border management—a complex issue—Noem’s inaction during a national emergency has been overlooked. Noem’s loyalty to Trump likely plays a key role in her immunity from scrutiny. She has consistently supported Trump and his policies, and the Republican Party seems to value loyalty over competence when it comes to handling national crises.   Segment 3: FEMA Director David Richardson’s IncompetenceIf Kristi Noem’s actions weren’t troubling enough, let’s talk about David Richardson, the acting director of FEMA under Trump. Richardson has been completely absent since the floods, failing to make public statements or coordinate relief efforts during the disaster.David Richardson’s failure to lead is a continuation of a pattern of incompetence within Trump’s administration. His appointment was political, and his lack of disaster management experience has been disastrous for FEMA and for the American people. Richardson’s absence during this crisis shows how ill-prepared FEMA is under his leadership and how the Trump administration’s political appointments have negatively impacted the agency’s effectiveness in times of national disaster.   Segment 4: Why Noem and Richardson Must Be Held AccountableKristi Noem and David Richardson represent a dangerous trend in the Republican Party: political loyalty over competence. Their failure to act when lives were on the line is a stark reminder of how political cronyism harms the American public.Noem’s delay cost lives. Richardson’s absence put lives at risk. This cannot be allowed to continue. The GOP must hold its own accountable when they fail to act in times of crisis. The Texas floods are not just a tragedy—they are a wake-up call. The American people deserve leaders who act quickly and competently during disasters, not those who prioritize political loyalty over public safety.   Conclusion: A Call to ActionTexas deserves better leadership, and Kristi Noem and David Richardson must be held accountable for their failure to act during this disaster. The GOP needs to stop protecting leaders who put party loyalty above the safety of the American people.What do YOU think?Should Kristi Noem be held accountable for her delay in authorizing FEMA response to the Texas floods? Why hasn’t David Richardson shown up to help with flood recovery efforts? How can we ensure competent leadership during national crises in the future? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! 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