As the deadly Hurricane Beryl, which occurred on Monday, has caused at least 6 deaths in Texas while leaving nearly 2 million homes and businesses in the dark, the citizens have been expecting support from their governor, Greg Abbott, who happened to leave for the foreign trip.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s decision to take a foreign trip despite earlier warnings of upcoming disaster in the state has left many people around the country frustrated.
Rep. Eric Swalwell, a Texas citizen, stated, “My family in Texas are about to be slammed by Hurricane Beryl. And shocker!.. Governor Greg Abbott is out of the country.“
While Hurricane Beryl closed in on Texas, Greg Abbott was visiting South Korea and Ted Cruz was whale watching in Southern California.
— Lose Cruz (@LoseCruzPAC) July 8, 2024
Texans deserve better. pic.twitter.com/I2UfKKXoAK
Further, Abbott’s trip while the state suffered from disaster seems quite familiar to US Senator Ted Cruz’s 2021 trip when the winter disaster hit the state.
Moreover, The Lose Cruz PAC stated that Ted Cruz is also busy whale-watching in Southern California.
People on social media sites have been yelling and asking what happened to the Texas governor and where Greg Abbott is, as they have still not been able to get aid from the government.
After both Texas leaders are out of service, Dan Patric is acting governor
Dan Patric has taken on the duties of acting governor since Hurricane Beryl left Texas citizens without peace for the last three days.
Since the heat has risen after Hurricane Beryl passed away, people have become restless in searching for a cool place, as there is no electricity.
The situation in Texas, where Hurricane Beryl reached and about a million people were left without electricity pic.twitter.com/RbuYtTyLVR
— S p r i n t e r F a m i l y (@SprinterFamily) July 8, 2024
After Lieutenant Governor Dan Patric took on a more significant role, supporting victims’ families and other citizens, people online eagerly wanted to know what was happening with Governor Greg Abbott.
On the other hand, Greg Abbott is in perfect health. He is enjoying his week-long trip to Asia, which will continue until July 13.
The 66-year-old governor announced that on his trip, which began on July 5, he would meet the business and government leaders of three countries: Taiwan, South Korea, and Japan.
Texas is a magnet for global investments.
— Greg Abbott (@GregAbbott_TX) July 7, 2024
Honored to be with Taiwan Minister of Economic Affairs Jyh-Huei Kuo this morning to sign a historic Economic Development Statement of Intent.
This agreement will spur job creation and promote innovation between Texas and Taiwan. pic.twitter.com/qBG25g9y2d
Born and raised in Wichita Falls, Texas, Greg Abbott reported that despite being out of the country, he remains in daily contact with the Emergency Management of Texas Division and ensures aid for Hurricane Beryl victims.
Greg Abbott additionally stated, “Your safety is our top concern.“
Additional Information
- Greg Abbott married his wife, Cecilia Abbott, an educator, in 1981, and the couple has a daughter named Audrey Abbott.
- Greg Abbott suffered a shocking accident at the age of 26, making him use a wheelchair for the rest of his life. As per the report, when he had gone for a quick run, a large oak tree fell on his back, paralyzing his waist down.
- Despite his physical disability, Governor Greg Abbott once jumped out of a plane with Al Blaschke, the 106-year-old World War II veteran.
