The first lady said she is holding the victims of the Texas floods in her 'thoughts' and 'sending prayers,' but critics quickly slammed the statement as they condemned her husband's cuts

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem joined Texas Governor Greg Abbott during a press conference on Saturday to announce comprehensive federal disaster response, conveying that President Donald Trump is "absolutely heartbroken by what has happened here in Texas, and the loss of life is absolutely devastating to him and Melania."