In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, former President Donald Trump made a live visit to Georgia, surveying the extensive damage and criticizing the federal response led by President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. With the election just 36 days away, the political ramifications of the hurricane are becoming increasingly evident as both Trump and Harris alter their campaign strategies to address the crisis. Trump has faced backlash for his comments that downplay the hurricane's predictability and claims of government mishandling, while also promoting conspiracy theories surrounding the disaster. Meanwhile, Harris cut her campaign trip short to engage with FEMA's relief efforts. As the death toll rises to 100 and hundreds remain missing, both candidates are under pressure to exhibit empathy and provide effective solutions in their campaign rhetoric surrounding Hurricane Helene.