Cruz Criticized for Greece Trip During Texas Floods

Senator Ted Cruz was criticized for vacationing in Greece with his family as catastrophic floods killed between 90 and 104 people in Texas, including many children at Camp Mystic. While his office claimed the trip was pre-planned and that Cruz coordinated with Texas officials and President Trump from abroad, critics questioned his decision to continue sightseeing amid the crisis. Eyewitnesses reported confronting Cruz at the Parthenon, describing his response as dismissive, which intensified public outrage. Cruz returned to Texas Sunday night and toured affected areas by Monday, but his absence drew comparisons to his 2021 Cancun trip during a winter storm. His office argued he worked remotely to secure federal aid and support for search and rescue operations. The event has reignited debate over elected officials' responsibilities during major disasters.