A newly surfaced video shows Kerr County commissioners and residents in 2021 delaying over $10 million in federal funds —dismissing it as "Biden money"—that could have been used for critical infrastructure upgrades. The decision is now under fire after the destructive July 4 Texas floods exposed weaknesses in the county's emergency systems.

Although Kerr County has secured a federal disaster declaration, Austin-area flood survivors are awaiting federal aid.

Massive flooding in Texas began last week and has killed at least 120 people across six counties so far. Another 160 people remain missing as of Friday, according to state officials. The highest amount of casualties occurred in Kerr County.

Twice, the Texas Division of Emergency Management turned down Kerr County's requests for money to improve flood warnings.

Kerrville residents are grappling with widespread damage to homes, cars and belongings after recent flooding. Many are turning to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for financial help.

Flooding is a fact of life in Texas Hill Country, a region home to a flood-prone corridor known as “Flash Flood Alley.” Judge Rob Kelly, the top elected official in Kerr County, said as much on Sunday.

President Trump authorizes federal aid for Kerr County after July 4 flooding, offering grants, loans, and more to assist disaster recovery efforts. Skip Navigation Share on Facebook