Trump Criticized for Comments on FEMA Workers

During a visit to North Carolina to survey damage from Hurricane Helene, Donald Trump criticized the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for its response, echoing false claims about the agency's funding and effectiveness. He declined to condemn threats made against FEMA workers, asserting that people are entitled to voice their dissatisfaction with the agency's performance. Despite a local armed individual's arrest for threatening FEMA workers, Trump perpetuated misinformation, suggesting that disaster relief funds were being misallocated to assist migrants. Bipartisan officials, including Republicans, have rebuked Trump's statements, emphasizing that such misinformation hampers relief efforts. Critics have accused Trump of exploiting the situation for political gain while neglecting the safety and well-being of federal responders. As the election nears, polls indicate a close race between Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris.