A Senator's Vacation During Texas Tragedy

A Texas senator, Ted Cruz, found himself in hot water after taking a trip to Greece while his home state faced a terrible flood. The flood, which happened on July 3, caused a lot of damage and sadly took many lives, including children. Cruz was spotted enjoying his vacation at the Parthenon in Athens more than a day after the disaster struck. Cruz's team said he returned home as quickly as he could, but flight records show he could have come back sooner. There were several flights available from Athens to Texas on both Friday and Saturday, the days right after the flood. These flights would have gotten him back home much earlier than his actual return on Sunday. Cruz's actions didn't go unnoticed. An eyewitness at the Parthenon saw him and his family touring the site, despite the ongoing crisis in Texas. The witness questioned his decision to be on vacation during such a tragic time. Cruz later said he had been in touch with local authorities and the president to help with the situation. The flood in Texas was one of the worst natural disasters in recent history, with over 100 people losing their lives. Some people blamed government cuts for making the situation worse, but the White House defended their actions, saying they had issued timely warnings about the flood. Cruz's vacation during this time has raised questions about his priorities and how he handled the situation. It's important for leaders to be present and supportive during times of crisis, and his actions have sparked a lot of discussion and criticism.