Biden Faces Criticism and Extends Federal Support in Wake of Hurricane Helene
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, President Biden has taken decisive steps to respond to the devastation across affected states, pledging federal aid and declaring major disasters in areas like Florida and North Carolina. Amid accusations from former President Trump regarding the federal government's response, Biden firmly stated that Trump's claims are false and reiterated his commitment to support recovery efforts 'until the job is done.' As the death toll has surpassed 120, Biden has approved disaster relief while outlining plans to visit impacted areas, including North Carolina, to personally assess the situation. Additionally, FEMA assistance is being made available to hurricane survivors, with efforts ramping up to ensure that all affected receive the help they need. The response has been characterized as unprecedented, amid calls from state leaders for substantial federal involvement.
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