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8. I thought

Thu Jul 10, 2025, 10:45 AM

Jul 10

the governor of a state has to request FEMA be deployed to their state. Am I mistaken? I can see Abbott saying we don’t need help, he’s so awful.

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Kristi Noem waited 3 days to deploy FEMA rescuers after Texas flood hit: report [View all] LetMyPeopleVote Jul 10 OP

Isn't that precious? Not enough dead bodies for her? ananda Jul 10 #2

But was she wearing the appropriate costume? malaise Jul 10 #4

In her defense, she was busy obsessing over herself. LetMyPeopleVote Jul 10 #11

Bwaaaaah malaise Jul 10 #12

ICE Barbie Delayed Texas Aid While Asking Instagram Which Portrait to Order LetMyPeopleVote Jul 10 #14

She couldn't find the right uniform to wear? kentuck Jul 10 #6

I thought Rebl2 Jul 10 #8

Why would we expect any better response from her? (nt) Paladin Jul 10 #10