Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Wednesday directed lawmakers to redraw the state’s congressional map as part of a special session that kicks off later this month, as the GOP seeks to retain its narrow US House majority after next year’s midterm elections.

Texas special session called to address flood warning failures and emergency response after Hill Country flooding caused more than 100 deaths.

At least 119 people have been found dead in nearly a week since heavy rainfall overwhelmed the river and flowed through homes and youth camps in the early morning hours of July 4. Ninety-five of those killed were in the hardest-hit county in central Texas, Kerr County, where the toll includes at least three dozen children.

Flags are half-staff across Texas today, as Gov. Greg Abbott ordered them lowered to honor the victims of the deadly Texas floods.

Texas Governor Abbott faces questions about the response to the flood that has claimed over 100 deaths.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced that additional counties have been added to the Presidential Disaster Declaration following the recent flooding in Texas, with FEMA providing Individual Assistance and Public Assistance programs to aid affected Texans.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has thanked US President Donald Trump for his efforts in saving lives during the Texas floods.

Texans in Hill Country gain access to vital FEMA support after devastating floods. Governor Abbott's push adds more counties to disaster declaration.