Tensions have risen between Elon Musk and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg regarding the federal response to Hurricane Helene in North Carolina. Musk has accused FEMA of blocking Starlink deliveries and hindering rescue operations, stating that SpaceX is being prevented from delivering aid. Buttigieg has pushed back against these claims, labeling them as false and asserting that FEMA is not obstructing relief efforts. The exchange continued on social media, with Musk calling for direct communication and Buttigieg dismissing the allegations. As the situation develops, the debate over government disaster relief continues to gain attention.