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Acting Gov. Patrick Accuses Judge Hidalgo of Repeatedly Refusing State Help Before, During, and After Hurricane Beryl

Jul 12, 2024, 01:32 AM

Acting Texas Governor Dan Patrick has accused Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo of repeatedly turning down state assistance before, during, and after Hurricane Beryl. Patrick claims that two days before the hurricane hit, on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday, Hidalgo declined state help and did not respond to further offers. Hidalgo's office has called these claims 'ridiculous' and 'absurd,' and denied any negligence. Reports suggest that Hidalgo was out of town the weekend before the hurricane. The aftermath of Hurricane Beryl has left significant damage in Harris County, with residents describing the area as looking like a war zone.