Republicans, such as Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, have largely responded to the crisis by demonstrating loyalty to Donald Trump and praising him for his federal aid. However, disgruntled citizens have called out Noem for her performative empathy toward the people in crisis.

Secretary Kristi Noem responded to a CNN report alleging she has slowed response efforts following the catastrophic Texas floods, calling the claims 'absolutely trash.'

S an Antonio anchor Stephania Jimenez fumed Saturday over a press conference that featured Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott thanking each other and President Donald Trump instead of giving immediate updates on the lethal floods in central Texas.

Kristi Noem is being berated online after she asked her followers for their thoughts on potential governor's portraits while rescue efforts in Texas continue.

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem addressed the deadly Texas flood, promising to upgrade "ancient" National Weather Service systems for better early warnings.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on Monday responded to scrutiny about the country’s flood notification system following flooding in Texas over the Fourth of July holiday weekend — and social media users were not too happy with her response.

After deadly Texas floods left dozens dead and children missing, Kristi Noem said Trump would upgrade weather alerts long neglected by the government. Despite a “moderate” flood watch, the river rose 26 feet in 45 minutes.

Just weeks ago, President Donald Trump said he wanted to begin “phasing out” the Federal Emergency Management Agency after this hurricane season to “wean off of FEMA” and “bring it down to the state level.