By Ted Hesson and Nathan Layne WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on Sunday defended FEMA's response to deadly floods in Texas last week, saying her agency acted swiftly and that Texas officials had praised the administration's actions.

Noem and others have faced criticism for their response to the tragedy in which more than a hundred are dead or missing.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem defended FEMA's quick response to Texas floods, despite criticism regarding budget constraints. Claims that a memo caused delays were denied, with resources deployed shortly after floods.