Georgia Governor Brian Kemp (R) criticized the Biden-Harris administration for its response to Hurricane Helen, the fact that the administration did not do enough in its initial disaster declaration.
“When the first state of emergency was declared, there were only 11 counties in it,” Kemp said. saidaccording to WRDW/WAGT.
“A lot of people, including myself, were outraged because there was such devastation in up to 90 counties. So we called the White House. He went on to talk to FEMA administrators and say, “Look, you're sending a signal to some of these rural areas that you're not paying attention.''
After that call, the White House added 30 more counties, Kemp said.
“I definitely think more counties will be added. I'm 41 now, but I can see myself going from 70 to 90,” Kemp said. said.
According to reports, at least 204 people have been infected. Confirmed He died in the aftermath of Hurricane Helen, which hit the Southeast.
Former President Donald Trump visited one of the affected areas this week with Christian evangelist and Samaritan's Purse president Franklin Graham.
“We came in with truckloads of stuff, and we're going to have a great organization in Franklin do it for us. They've done a great job,” Trump said during his visit to Valdosta, Georgia. stated inside.
“We've done this before, but we have truckloads of goods ranging from oil to water to all kinds of equipment to help them,” Trump said. He went on to say that they were “in full solidarity with the U.S. government.” Our thoughts are with the people of Georgia and all those suffering in the horrific aftermath of Hurricane Helen. ”
Mr. Trump is also expected to appear with Mr. Kemp on Friday.
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“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.
Kemp's criticism comes as Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas has acknowledged that FEMA does not have the funds to get through the remainder of the hurricane season. During that time, $640 million has been allocated to DHS specifically for issues related to illegal immigration.
“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.
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