Former President Donald Trump falsely claimed that Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp had been unable to reach President Joe Biden to discuss Hurricane Helene’s impacts on the state. However, Kemp clarified that he had spoken with Biden and they were able to connect. Trump’s statement was rebuked by Biden as a lie and irresponsible.
Hurricane Helene caused significant damage in Georgia, Florida, and other states, resulting in over 500,000 customers without power. The death toll across six states stands at 116, with recovery efforts ongoing.
Trump visited Valdosta, Georgia, to provide aid and supplies, including a conversation with Elon Musk to set up Starlink for internet access. Local lawmakers expressed mixed feelings about Trump’s visit, with some praising his assistance while others preferred he waited until emergency operations were more stable.
Biden and Harris also reached out to local officials, offering support and resources. While Trump focused on aid, he also made false claims about the Biden-Harris administration’s response to the disaster, leading to criticism from Democrats.
National politicians, including Biden, Harris, and Trump, faced requests from officials in North Carolina and Georgia to delay visits to allow emergency operations to continue smoothly. Despite political differences, all sides emphasized the importance of assisting affected communities and minimizing disruption during disaster recovery efforts.
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