Politics over people in Kerr County floods
As a Texan, the sight of families stranded on rooftops during this month’s devastating Hill Country floods struck a deep, painful chord. We know all too well the power of Texas storms — and the heartbreak they leave behind. But in Kerr County, this disaster was more than a natural catastrophe. It was a predictable tragedy that raises serious questions about leadership and priorities.
A recently resurfaced video shows Kerr County commissioners in 2021 dismissing $10 million in federal funds as “Biden money” and delaying critical infrastructure upgrades that could have strengthened emergency systems and storm drainage. Despite warnings about the county’s outdated sheriff communications system and public safety vulnerabilities, commissioners chose political posturing over public safety. They eventually accepted the funds months later, but by then, valuable time and trust had been lost.
On July 4, those choices caught up with them. Roads washed out, residents had to be rescued from rising water and once again, the most vulnerable among them paid the price. Infrastructure should never be a pawn in a political game. While Trump called anyone who questions how this could be prevented “evil,” we must hold leaders accountable and demand decisions that put people first, every single time.
Jasmine Crockett keeps rising
In the face of relentless attacks, Rep. Jasmine Crockett continues to rise. The Dallas congresswoman, known for her bold voice and sharp wit, is leading early Democratic polls for a potential run against Sen. John Cornyn. Fox News and MAGA America have responded exactly as you’d expect — with personal insults and outright lies, twisting her words about the recent Texas floods to fit their narratives.
But here’s what they don’t understand: Texans — and voters across the country — aren’t buying it. They see Crockett as a fierce advocate unafraid to speak truth to power. Her rise shows that when you stay authentic and fight for your community, people listen. And they support you. And that fear just means Crockett is doing something right.
Beyoncé’s Atlanta setback can’t stop the queen
Finally, Beyoncé reminded us once again why she’s in a league of her own. Just days before her Atlanta residency, her team’s rental van was broken into, and unreleased music, show plans and personal items were stolen. The Beyhive was quick to react, with fans joking that they wouldn’t leave a 10-piece wing combo unattended in Atlanta, let alone Beyoncé’s unreleased tracks.
Despite the theft, Queen Bey delivered a flawless four-day run in Atlanta and is already on to Las Vegas with no delays. Police have issued an arrest warrant, and fans are holding out hope for the safe return of her creative work. But if we know anything about Beyoncé, it’s that no setback — no matter how major — can dim her light.
