Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said $640 million has been allocated to DHS specifically for issues related to illegal immigration, even though FEMA does not have the funds to get through the remainder of the hurricane season. He said that
“We're meeting immediate needs with the resources we have, and we're expecting another hurricane. We don't have the money – FEMA doesn't have the money – to get us through the season.” revealed.
Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at FEMA headquarters in Washington, September 30, 2024. (AP Photo/Jacqueline Martin)
This is a problem because hurricane season doesn't end until November 30th. According to FOX News Chad Pergram“Congress ensured that FEMA set aside more than $20 billion in last week's emergency spending bill ahead of the storm, but last year Congress made sure that local communities illegally provide shelter and assistance to people in the country. gave DHS $640 million to support
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is among those sounding the alarm, alleging that authorities laundered money for pet projects of illegal immigrants.
“This is not something that happened recently,” she said. said“Florida has been warning about this since this administration took office,” he explained.
“Mayorkas came like a virus and infected what should be sound, strong, fundamental programs to ensure the stability and safety of the American people in times of disaster. 's emergency food and shelter program and siphoned off hundreds of millions of dollars over time, essentially turning it into an illegal immigrant resettlement program,” she revealed, adding that these moves are helping more He added that illegal immigrants are encouraged to come here.
Watch — “Like a Bomb Passed Through Here”: Helen left absolute devastation in Swannanoa, North Carolina:
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“Biden and Harris must be funded with the backs of the American people, and right now, right now, Florida, North Carolina, Tennessee and Georgia are all hurting,” she continued.
At least 190 people are confirmed dead in the aftermath of the storm, which made landfall in Big Bend, Florida, and caused widespread damage as far inland as Asheville, North Carolina.
This is due not only to the Biden-Harris administration's lackluster response to Helen (Mr. Harris actually chose to party with celebrities in Los Angeles in the aftermath of the storm), but also from the Department of Transportation, which guides drone pilots. This comes amid criticism for his recent phone call. to stop their rescue efforts.
“Drone operators, please do not fly your drone near or around Hurricane Helen rescue and recovery efforts,” the U.S. Department of Transportation said on XPost.
It went on to say that “interference with emergency response operations impacts search and rescue operations on the ground,” and shared a video of Buttigieg, saying, “We are securing airspace and preventing flights and rescue operations that may be involved in rescue operations.” “We will impose temporary flight restrictions to ensure drone operations.” Allow emergency responders to do their jobs. ”
By contrast, former President Donald Trump has been active, delivering relief supplies in Valdosta, Georgia, and previewing more for victims in North Carolina.
President Trump referred to Samaritan's Purse during his visit Monday, saying, “We brought truckloads of stuff. We're going to have it done by a great organization in Franklin.” “They did a very good job. We've done this before, but they loaded the trucks with a variety of goods, from oil to water to all kinds of equipment to help them. There are a lot of them.”
Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump tours downtown Valdosta, Georgia, damaged by Hurricane Helen on September 30, 2024. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
“Valdosta is devastated. The town is very badly damaged and thousands of people are without power. They are running out of food and fuel. We have brought much of it home. It will be distributed now or very soon across Georgia, as well as in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Virginia, Alabama and Tennessee,” Trump added.
WATCH — Donald Trump leads moment of silence for lives lost in Hurricane Helen:
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