Donald Trump is set to address the nation following the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene on his home state of Florida. The former president will deliver a news conference after being briefed on the response efforts to the natural disaster.
Trump has faced criticism for his remarks over the weekend, where he referred to climate change as “one of the great scams.” Despite this, he announced plans to visit the storm-affected swing state of Georgia to assess the situation firsthand.
Hurricane Helene has left a trail of destruction across the southeast states, with at least 116 reported fatalities and numerous individuals still missing. The storm brought about catastrophic flooding, power outages, and extensive damage to communities in its path.
In Buncombe County, North Carolina, one of the hardest-hit areas, the death toll stands at 35, with grave concerns for approximately 600 individuals who have been listed as missing. Fatalities have also been recorded in Florida, South Carolina, Georgia, Virginia, and Tennessee, following the storm’s landfall in Florida and its subsequent destructive journey through the US.
As the country grapples with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Trump’s address is highly anticipated as he provides updates on the response efforts and details of the impact on the affected regions. Stay tuned for live coverage of Trump’s speech in the wake of this widespread devastation.