Texas Floods: Debris Hinders Recovery Efforts

BEST OF - Recap of Trump's interesting meeting with African leaders, SCOTUS keeps hold on FL immigration law, Florida man fired after posting videos from inside Alligator Alcatraz, Trump praises Florida for naming Palm Beach road near Mar-a-Lago after him, National Correspondent Rory O’Neill reports the latest on the Texas flooding tragedy and discusses how Trump’s BBB could impact tipping.

ABC News Correspondent Jim Ryan is live in Texas with an update on the recovery efforts and how debris is hindering progress.

TOP STORIES - A new USF report reveals the state has some of the highest human trafficking rates in the country. We also cover the disturbing case of a Hillsborough County teacher who allegedly showed students explicit videos of himself, and the bizarre arrest of a woman who drove to Mar-a-Lago to deliver an “urgent message” to Donald Trump. Plus, we explore a quirky invitation for lawmakers to visit “Alligator Alcatraz,” Miami-Dade’s controversial agreement to assist ICE with detainee transport, and a new TSA policy at Miami International Airport that lets travelers keep their shoes on at security.

ABC News Tech Reporter Mike Dobuski reports that the CEO of X steps down after their AI Grok goes on a pro-Hitler tirade.

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BEST OF - As the death toll and number of missing continue to climb in Texas, ABC News Correspondent Jim Ryan reports live from the scene with the latest on recovery efforts. Governor Greg Abbott addresses growing criticism and responds to those pointing fingers over the disaster response. National Correspondent Rory O’Neill brings us up to speed on the deadly flooding, while a strange case unfolds involving a Marco Rubio impersonator contacting high-level officials. Plus, White House Correspondent Jon Decker reports that former President Trump is “not happy” with Vladimir Putin.

Florida Politics Publisher Peter Schorsch gives us the inside scoop on Alligator Alcatraz and predicts whether or not it'll still be open by the end of the year.

TOP STORIES - The Florida Division of Emergency Management pushes back against rumors surrounding the so-called “Alligator Alcatraz,” while Miami-Dade’s mayor demands access to the controversial site. A new report reveals the Gulf Coast had the highest percentage of beaches contaminated with fecal matter last year, raising public health concerns. Meanwhile, a Florida driver is caught on video launching fireworks from a moving car during a street takeover. In Palm Beach County, officials consider renaming a road in honor of Donald Trump. We also cover major changes coming to I-275 near the Howard Frankland Bridge, Tampa’s efforts to bolster stormwater infrastructure ahead of hurricane season, and how a drone helped police track down a theft suspect hiding in a sewer.

Bill Alexander, CEO of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, joins us to unpack their latest report on law enforcement fatalities. What are the most perilous situations officers face on the job? What trends are emerging—and what can be done to improve safety?