Monday briefing: Addressing the treacherous blend of climate denial, federal cuts, and the Texas floods | Texas

Good morning. The devastating floods in Texas have claimed 129 lives, including at least 27 children and counselors at Camp Mystic in Kerr County. With over 160 people still missing, authorities warn that the death toll is likely to rise. The flash floods, described as one of the worst natural disasters in Texas’s history, swept through large parts of central Texas, causing widespread destruction. The economic toll could range from $18bn to $22bn. The floods have intensified concerns about climate change and the underfunding of critical services. Despite significant devastation, public discussion has been limited, with conspiracy theories dominating the conversation. Oliver Milman, The Guardian US environment reporter, provides further insight into the disaster and its aftermath.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/jul/14/monday-briefing-the-toxic-cocktail-of-climate-denial-federal-cuts-and-the-texas-floods