Texas governor Greg Abbott read a text message from Robert F. Kennedy Jr., secretary of the US Department of Human Health and Human Services, during a press conference on Tuesday (8) in which he declares a state of emergency public health due to floods in the state.
This “allows health professionals across the country to intervene quickly and support the survivors and their families without delay,” Kennedy wrote in an X post.
State of State for Public Health Statements also expand access to financing and resources, such as supplies and equipment.
Kennedy pointed out that she has kept “regular conversations” with Abbott.
“We are committed to making all available resources available to help you recover and heal,” wrote the secretary.
Still during the press conference, the governor said he talked to President Donald Trump, pointing out that the Republican “cares a lot” about those who lost their lives.
“He couldn’t stop talking about how sad he was for all the girls who lost their lives,” Abbott said about his conversation with Trump.
“He reported his own understanding of what happened to what was actually,” he added.
The governor stressed that the president wants to “step forward” and ensure that
