• Sen. Ted Cruz rejected conspiracy claims of government weather manipulation after historic Texas floods, emphasizing science and federal disaster response. His comments came after Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene proposed a bill to ban “atmospheric interventions,” rooted in debunked chemtrail theories. The senator focused instead on real emergencies and the need for weather service funding.

AUSTIN, TX (TDR) — Sen. Ted Cruz flatly dismissed conspiracy theories surrounding government weather modification Monday, responding to a controversial proposal from Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene that seeks to criminalize atmospheric engineering efforts. The Texas Republican called the idea “nonsense” during a press conference addressing the deadly flash floods that have ravaged his state.

Cruz Rejects “Chemtrail” Claims After Historic Floods

“There is zero evidence that the government is manipulating the weather,” Cruz told reporters. “The internet can be a strange place. People can come up with all sorts of crazy theories.”

His remarks come as Texas reels from historic flooding that has killed over 80 people in recent days, including 27 victims at Camp Mystic in Kerr County. On July 4, the Guadalupe River rose 20 feet in less than two hours, sweeping away campers, counselors, and even emergency responders.

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While legitimate concerns have emerged over recent budget cuts to the National Weather Service (NWS) — potentially impacting warning systems and response coordination — fringe claims suggesting “geoengineering” or weather manipulation have taken root online and even among some lawmakers.

Greene Bill Mirrors Online Conspiracy Language

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA), a frequent voice for anti-establishment causes, introduced a bill aimed at banning any government or private effort to “inject, release, or disperse chemicals or substances into the atmosphere for the purpose of altering weather.”

Greene posted on X, “It will be a felony offense,” adding language that mirrors long-debunked “chemtrail” narratives popularized by conspiracy theorists for decades. The bill is co-sponsored by Rep. Tim Burchett (R-TN) but has yet to be formally introduced.

Experts were quick to respond. Atmospheric scientist Matthew Cappucci wrote, “It’s not a political statement for me as a Harvard-degreed atmospheric scientist to say that Marjorie Taylor Greene doesn’t know what the hell she’s talking about.”

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The legislation received no support from the scientific community and no endorsement from Cruz, who used his press conference to redirect attention toward immediate disaster relief and the families still mourning.

Focus Remains on Emergency Response and NWS Gaps

Cruz highlighted the severity of the flooding, describing it as one of the most rapidly developing disasters Texas has faced in recent memory. He noted that federal and state search-and-rescue operations remained active across multiple counties as of Monday morning.

“The priority now is saving lives and supporting the communities impacted,” Cruz said.

Dalton Rice, Kerrville’s city manager, echoed the urgency. “We had first responders being swept away while attempting rescues. That’s how fast it happened,” he said.

Some critics pointed to recent cuts to the National Weather Service, noting delays in warnings for the affected areas. When asked, Cruz acknowledged funding concerns but criticized “partisan finger-pointing,” saying it distracts from the real issue — ensuring resources are available when it matters most.

Political Theater vs. Public Safety

The episode highlights a widening gap between fact-based policy and conspiracy-laden political theater in Washington. Cruz, often aligned with populist voices on Capitol Hill, appeared eager to separate himself from the more extreme fringes of the debate.

“Political fights aren’t needed right now,” Cruz said firmly. “What’s needed is focus and compassion.”

Greene’s bill, while unlikely to gain traction in Congress, underscores how far fringe internet theories have crept into mainstream legislative proposals — and how national tragedies are increasingly being used to amplify them.

Are elected leaders focusing on facts and solutions—or fueling distrust with fringe distractions during real national emergencies?

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