Abbott Beats Newsom in Disaster Relief Despite Democrat Stalling Efforts and Hiding Out

Texas Governor Greg Abbott's disaster relief efforts were completed in a shorter timeframe than California Governor Gavin Newsom's despite Democratic lawmakers stalling and fleeing the Texas State Capitol to hide out from scrutiny over their handling of the crisis. The faster response was credited to Abbott's more centralized approach and willingness to bypass legislative red tape. In contrast, Newsom's administration faced criticism for its slower pace in deploying aid to affected areas. Abbott's efforts were deemed a significant success despite the obstacles posed by his own party.