I don't think the federal government is to blame. Hell, they have done a great job. But, I knew there was a problem by Thursday. If this is true, it is a BS answer from Homeland Security!
Chertoff should have been more media savvy,IMO.He was more than likely being honest.
In todays political climate,he should have been more careful in his statement.Newt made the same mistake when he said NO should be bulldozed.
It's a sad reality.