The article discusses the findings of a report on the police response to the Uvalde school shooting in Texas, which left 19 children and two teachers dead. The report, conducted by a Texas House committee, concluded that the police response was an “abject failure” and that officers “failed to prioritize saving the lives of innocent victims over their own safety.” It criticized the on-scene commander for failing to take control and prioritize the safety of the children. The report found that the gunman had ample time to enter the school and begin shooting due to the lack of effective response. It also revealed that 376 law enforcement officers from various agencies were present, but “egregiously poor decision-making” resulted in a lack of leadership and effective action. The committee urged the firing of the school district’s police chief and highlighted the need for better training and policies to prevent such failures in the future.