Biden Plans Visit to Hurricane Helene Affected Areas

President Joe Biden plans to visit areas affected by Hurricane Helene this week, contingent on not disrupting ongoing rescue operations. The storm has claimed at least 84 lives across multiple states, with North Carolina reporting 30 fatalities. Biden has mobilized federal resources to assist states and directed FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell to expedite aid to isolated communities. Former President Donald Trump will also visit Valdosta, Georgia, to assess the storm's impact and facilitate relief efforts, underscoring the political significance of these battlegrounds ahead of the November election. Both administrations are actively engaged in recovery efforts, emphasizing their commitment to supporting affected regions. Biden's administration continues to monitor the situation closely as additional weather disturbances are developing in the Caribbean.