When asked whether there was a delay in the flood warning in Texas, Trump immediately accused the reporter: "Only evil people ask such questions."

According to reports by CNN, "The Beast Daily," and other media outlets, U.S. President Trump visited the flood-affected areas in Texas on the local date of the 11th. When questioned by a journalist about whether there was a delay in the flood warnings, Trump immediately criticized the reporter, calling him "very evil."

"The Beast Daily" reported that after visiting the flood scene, Trump held a roundtable meeting with local officials and emergency personnel. A journalist at the scene asked, "We have learned that some families are frustrated. They say the warnings and alarms were not issued in time, and they also said more lives could have been saved. What would you like to say to these families?"

Trump initially responded, "I think everyone did an excellent job at that time." But he then shifted his tone and started attacking the journalist.

"Honestly, only bad people would ask such questions," Trump said. "I don't know who you are, but only very evil people would ask such questions."

"The Beast Daily" mentioned that Trump later also stated that he believed the rescue personnel had shown bravery and done an excellent job. However, he did not directly respond to the journalist's question about whether victims had not received timely warnings.

Since July 4th local time, floods caused by heavy rain have resulted in numerous casualties and property damage in Texas, USA. According to the latest report from CNN, as of the evening of July 11th local time, the floods in Texas have caused at least 129 deaths.

After the floods in Texas, the National Weather Service in the United States has been criticized for weather forecast errors, insufficient flood warnings, and delayed release. At 3 a.m. local time on July 4th, severe flash floods occurred in Kerr County. It was not until 4 a.m. that the National Weather Service sent wireless emergency alerts to residents and campers along the river. However, according to reports, some local residents and campers still claimed they did not receive the warning notices. At the same time, Kerr County in Texas was also criticized by the public for lacking an effective flood warning system. Records show that officials in Kerr County had considered installing flood alarm systems as early as nine years ago, but the plan ultimately failed to be implemented.

Source: Global Times, Zhang Qian

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