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As of Sunday morning, the North Carolina National Guard (NCNG) had mobilized over 500 soldiers and airmen, along with more than 200 vehicles and aircraft, to assist with rescue operations. The response has been critical as rescue teams managed to complete 16 air missions, saving 119 people and 11 pets. The National Guard in other states has also activated personnel to support local authorities and help in relief efforts.
Despite the severity of the storm, many Americans are expressing frustration over the perceived inaction at the federal level. While Trump has publicly announced his plans to visit and assist, Biden and Harris have been notably absent from the impacted regions, raising questions about their leadership in times of crisis. Social media users have been quick to voice their concerns, with some asking, “Where are Biden and Harris when Americans need them most?”
In a somewhat delayed response, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra declared a public health emergency in North Carolina to address the health crisis created by the storm. Earlier, the Biden administration had issued emergency declarations for Florida, Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee, but many critics argue that more direct action is needed.
“We will do all we can to help North Carolina officials respond to the health impacts of Hurricane Helene,” Becerra said. “We are working closely with state and local health authorities, as well as with our partners across the federal government, and stand ready to provide additional public health and medical support.”
In contrast, former President Trump has already shown his commitment to the victims. Before his rally in Erie, Pennsylvania, he led the crowd in a prayer for those affected by the disaster. His remarks touched on the widespread devastation caused by the hurricane, particularly in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, and western North Carolina.
“Before we begin, I’d like to send my love and prayers to the families of those who have died, a lot of death, and all of those who are displaced and suffering in the wake of the hurricanes’ destruction in the South, especially in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, and in particular western North Carolina, took a tremendous hit,” Trump said, rallying his supporters.
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“It’s been absolutely devastating. And God be with you all. It’s been a rough one. That was a big monster hurricane and was a lot … harder than anyone even thought possible. So, we want to just extend our best wishes to everybody,” Trump added, showing a personal connection to the disaster and those suffering from its effects.
The former president’s quick action and visible presence in disaster-stricken areas stand in sharp contrast to the absence of Biden and Harris, raising questions about who Americans can rely on during times of crisis. As relief efforts continue, the nation watches closely to see how its leaders will respond in the face of unprecedented destruction.
In the meantime, Trump’s visit to Valdosta, Georgia, and his pledge to assist in relief efforts will likely garner attention from both his supporters and critics alike, as the nation continues to recover from Hurricane Helene’s destructive path.
