Will Alligator Alcatraz Stay Open?

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?

TRENDING - Trump blasts reporter for asking questions about Jeffrey Epstein, Bondi responds, MAGA reacts, Kash Patel and Dan Bongino's past comments on Epstein, Elon Musk lashes out at Trump again.

BEST OF - Peter Doocy asks Karoline Leavitt about Pam Bondi's past statements about Epsteins client list after FBI memo says it doesn't exist, DeSantis insists Feds will pay for Alligator Alcatraz, White House Correspondent Jon Decker reports that Trump sent out “take it or leave it” trade offers.

ABC News Correspondent Jim Ryan is live in Kerrville, Texas, to provide the latest updates on the search and recovery efforts following the deadly flooding.

TOP STORIES - Texas flooding: Florida-based nonprofit helping with rescue efforts, aid for survivors; Man, 87, fatally struck by truck while trying to save turtle on Florida highway; Florida man rides on back of UPS truck to get away from deputies after shoplifting at Lowe’s; Cops ID man who crashed into cars, shot at people on I-95; Man threatens neighbors with gun after fireworks dispute in Jupiter.

ClimateData Consulting Meteorologist and NBC 6 South FL Hurricane Specialist John Morales explains how weather forecasting and alert systems work with regard to the Texas floods.

TRENDING - Alex Jones, MAGA influencers, fume over FBI Epstein memo, Coast Guard rescue swimmer saves 169 people from Texas floods, RV park owner describes harrowing screams of flood victims and describes how a father wouldn't let his babies go, media personalities get emotional talking about Camp Mystic.