Houston Daily

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz of Texas's 15th District has officially communicated with President Trump, voicing her support for further federal disaster relief funds. This appeal aligns with Texas Governor Greg Abbott's request for federal assistance to manage the aftermath of severe flooding in South Texas, notably impacting Hidalgo County.

The letter from De La Cruz emphasized the urgent need for federal intervention, noting the limitations of local and state resources in managing the disaster's impact. She wrote, "Governor Abbott and local authorities have concluded that the scale of this storm has exceeded the capacity of both local and state emergency resources."

In her message, De La Cruz highlighted ongoing challenges resulting from the flood damage, stating that "the lingering damage to property and critical infrastructure continues to cause severe problems for South Texas residents."

Expressing gratitude for presidential attention to the issue, De La Cruz urged, "I respectfully urge you to approve all available federal resources to aid Texas in a timely manner." She also pledged her readiness to collaborate with agencies like FEMA to ensure the efficient delivery of aid to affected communities.

De La Cruz concluded the letter with her dedication to assisting the relief efforts, thereby reinforcing her commitment to supporting her constituents in the wake of the disaster.