Rosie O’Donnell is facing backlash after publicly blaming President Donald Trump for the catastrophic flooding in central Texas that has killed at least 70 people, including children attending a Christian summer camp.
The longtime entertainer, who previously announced she was moving to Ireland, posted a video on TikTok criticizing the President’s policies in the wake of the natural disaster.
The flash floods were triggered by torrential rainfall that caused the Guadalupe River to rise approximately 26 feet in just 45 minutes.
The Guadalupe River has Risen 26 Feet in 45 Minutes In Comfort ,Texas pic.twitter.com/1cq5woOWEa
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In her video, O’Donnell claimed, “The flash floods in Texas, the Guadalupe River, 51 missing — 51 dead, more missing, children at a camp. And, you know, when the President guts all of the early warning systems and the weathering forecast abilities of the government, these are the results that we’re going to start to see on a daily basis.”
She added, “Because he’s put this country in so much danger by his horrible, horrible decisions and this ridiculously immoral bill that he just signed into law.”
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O’Donnell was referring to President Trump’s signing of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a wide-ranging legislative package passed by the Republican-controlled House in late June.
She alleged the legislation was contributing to the danger.
“Shame on him,” she continued.
“Shame on every GOP sycophant who’s listening and following the disastrous decisions of this mentally incapacitated POTUS.”
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“These are the results that we’re going to start to see on a daily basis because [of him]”
She moved halfway across the world… pic.twitter.com/8CV4KwVfBo
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) July 6, 2025
As of Sunday, officials in Kerr County confirmed that 68 of the confirmed deaths occurred within the county, including 40 adults and 28 children, according to NBC News.
Authorities added that the death toll may still rise, with some individuals still unaccounted for.
Among the missing are 11 girls from Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp located along the Guadalupe River.
The camp had been hosting approximately 750 girls for the July 4th weekend.
Rep. August Pfluger (R-TX) stated that he and his wife were reunited with their daughters, who had been safely evacuated from Camp Mystic.
Camille, Vivian and I are now reunited with Caroline and Juliana who were evacuated from Camp Mystic. The last day has brought unimaginable grief to many families and we mourn with them as well as holding out hope for survivors.
We want to thank the first responders who have…
— Rep. August Pfluger (@RepPfluger) July 5, 2025
Rep. Buddy Carter (R-GA) also said that his granddaughters were rescued from the camp, though he confirmed they lost their cousin in the flooding.
As you may have heard, my granddaughters were at the summer camp in Texas that flooded. They are safe, and I thank you for your well-wishes and prayers during this time.
Unfortunately, not everyone was as lucky. My granddaughters lost their cousin, Janie, and many other…
— Buddy Carter (@RepBuddyCarter) July 6, 2025
Breitbart News’s Bob Price reported that local officials said the number of visitors to the area over the holiday weekend may complicate efforts to determine exactly how many people remain missing.
He added that rescue and recovery efforts are ongoing, and emergency responders continue to search affected areas along the river.
Officials are now under scrutiny for their handling of the situation, particularly over why residents and camps in the flood zone were not given earlier warnings or evacuation orders.
According to the Associated Press, the National Weather Service issued a series of flash flood warnings early Friday morning before escalating to “flash flood emergencies,” a rare alert indicating immediate and severe danger.
The National Weather Service’s office in New Braunfels reported having additional personnel on duty during the storm system.
AP: Weather service had extra staffers on duty during Texas flooding emergency.https://t.co/DP0Hw2xh6R https://t.co/2Lz92UZzO9 pic.twitter.com/V4Keeoz1xZ
— Ryan Maue (@RyanMaue) July 6, 2025
The Kerrville Daily Times confirmed that Richard “Dick” Eastland, former director of Camp Mystic, died while trying to save campers during the flood.
Body recovered of Texas camp director, Richard “Dick” Eastland,who died heroically trying to save kids.
He purchased the Christian Camp in 1974 – god rest his soul pic.twitter.com/qlfLYk07Pf
— My moms caregiver (@mymomcare) July 5, 2025
Another camp official, Jane Ragsdale, who directed Heart O’ the Hills Camp in nearby Hunt, Texas, was also reported among the deceased.
Local emergency officials, state leaders, and the National Guard continue to coordinate efforts in the affected areas as search operations and cleanup efforts persist across Kerr County and surrounding communities.
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