The aftermath of Hurricane Helene has turned into a significant campaign issue in the battleground states of Georgia and North Carolina, where the storm's devastation could impact the upcoming election. The Biden-Harris administration is leading a massive federal response to the disaster, with approximately 3,600 federal personnel deployed and major disaster declarations approved for several states.
Former President Donald Trump has also entered the political fray, criticizing the administration's handling of the crisis and accusing Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp of being unable to reach President Joe Biden. President Biden swiftly refuted Trump's claims, highlighting the high stakes involved in the storm response.
