Trump Criticized for Hurricane Helene Remarks

During a visit to Valdosta, Georgia, former President Donald Trump made controversial remarks about Hurricane Helene's unexpected impact, claiming that 'nobody thought' such a storm could occur so late in the season. This statement drew criticism as the hurricane season officially runs from June 1 to November 30, and Helene made landfall during its peak. The storm has caused significant devastation, resulting in at least 130 fatalities across six states, with millions without power and extensive flooding reported. Trump's comments were contradicted by forecasters who had accurately predicted the storm's path days in advance. Additionally, Trump misrepresented communications between Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and President Biden, with Kemp clarifying that he had spoken to Biden about the situation. Despite the widespread devastation, Trump focused on attacking Democrats and did not alter his stance on climate change in light of the hurricane's impact.