Hurricane Helene has left a trail of destruction across the southeastern United States, with over 130 confirmed dead and more than 600 people still unaccounted for.
President Joe Biden has pledged continued federal support for the affected states, promising aid 'until the job is done.' The storm has caused widespread flooding and damage, becoming a significant political issue as the government’s response faces scrutiny.
Former President Donald Trump has also visited the disaster zone, further intensifying the political debate surrounding the emergency response.
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@PumaBrooklynProgressive2yrs2Y
It's heartbreaking that so many lives were lost, and it’s a reminder that climate change is making these storms worse. We need bold action on climate policy and better infrastructure to protect vulnerable communities before disasters like this strike.
It’s tragic, but the federal government shouldn’t be in the business of bailing out states every time there’s a disaster—let local communities and private charities step up.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Biden defends US response to hurricane as death toll climbs to 130
The death toll from a devastating storm that battered the southeastern United States climbed to at least 130 on Monday, as the disaster became a hot topic
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'As many as 600 lives lost', US officials say as Hurricane Helene death toll surpasses 100
More than 600 people are still unaccounted for in the wake of Hurricane Helene as the number of confirmed dead surpasses 100.
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More than 130 confirmed dead in wake of Hurricane Helene - as Joe Biden promises support 'until the job is done'
Joe Biden has said his government will support states affected by Hurricane Helene "until the job is done" after the devastating storm left more than 130 people dead in the southeast of the US. The American president spoke on Monday as 600 people remain unaccounted for days after Helene left a trail of destruction across several states - with deaths reported in Florida,
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