Trump Criticizes Biden During Georgia Hurricane Visit

During a visit to Valdosta, Georgia, former President Donald Trump accused President Joe Biden of being unresponsive to the needs of the state following Hurricane Helene, despite evidence showing that Biden had communicated with Georgia Governor Brian Kemp. Trump falsely claimed Kemp had been unable to reach Biden, a statement refuted by Kemp, who confirmed they spoke Sunday night about storm recovery efforts. Trump emphasized the importance of national unity during crises, yet his comments suggested a politically charged environment, with some officials criticizing his visit as opportunistic. The Biden administration reiterated its commitment to support affected states, having already signed a federal emergency declaration prior to Trump's arrival. Meanwhile, the death toll from the hurricane has risen to 116 across multiple states, highlighting the ongoing recovery challenges. Trump's rhetoric raised concerns about politicizing the disaster response amid the humanitarian crisis.