Georgia Leaders Address Hurricane Helene Recovery

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which devastated Southeastern states last week, Georgia's Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones visited affected areas to assess damage and offer support to storm victims. He emphasized his office's commitment to providing resources and assistance for recovery efforts, as local volunteers continue to distribute supplies to those in need. Former President Donald Trump also visited Georgia, where he met with Governor Brian Kemp and local officials to discuss the hurricane's impact and plan for aid distribution. As of now, over 275,000 residents remain without power, although significant restoration efforts have reduced outages from a peak of 1.3 million. Governor Kemp reported 33 storm-related fatalities in Georgia, and the state has suspended gas taxes to provide some financial relief amidst recovery efforts. The National Guard is actively assisting with restoration operations, including clearing debris and distributing essential supplies.