Prominent Ohio politicians are speaking out after President Biden announced he will visit East Palestine, Ohio, this week, one year after the massive train derailment that devastated the community and prompted calls to visit the town. has been flooded with responses.
“Biden’s trip to East Palestine at this point is pure politics,” Sen. J.D. Vance, R-Ohio, wrote on X. That’s what’s important. It’s not a political stunt.”
“Joe Biden refused to side with East Palestine patriots when it really mattered. He will unite our country by showing support for right-leaning communities,” said Republican Senate candidate Bernie Moreno. I could have done that, but instead I ignored them,” he posted on X..
“Now, a year later, he’s showing up at photo shoots to help his failed campaign.”
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President Joe Biden speaks at the United Auto Workers Conference at the Marriott Marquis on January 24, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Saul Loeb/AFP via Getty Images)
“Governor DeWine has always encouraged President Biden to visit East Palestine,” the Ohio Governor’s Office said in a statement to FOX News Digital.
“Of course, actions speak louder than words, and the fact that it took Joe Biden this long to visit East Palestine is a sign of his priorities,” said Republican Senate candidate and state Sen. Matt Dolan. “It’s a sad reflection of what happened.” was done approved Several East Palestinian officials told Fox News Digital.
“Importantly, his absence does not obscure the hard work of local leaders, first responders, and many others who have worked to demand accountability and results for the people of East Palestine. .”
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President Joe Biden speaks at an event at Earthrider Brewery in Superior, Wisconsin, U.S., Thursday, January 25, 2024. (Nicole Neri/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
“President Biden’s legacy on East Palestine and every issue facing our country is too little too late,” Ohio Republican Senate candidate and Secretary of State Frank LaRose told Fox News Digital.
“We need leaders in Washington who will fight for the people of the Ohio Valley, and that’s what I intend to do on my first day in the U.S. Senate.”
“It’s too late, President Biden,” Ohio Republican Rep. Jim Jordan wrote on X, adding, “Ohioans deserve better.”
Fox News Digital contacted the office of Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, but did not receive a response.
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Workers are seen cleaning a derailed train Tuesday, Feb. 21, in East Palestine, Ohio, following the Feb. 3 derailment of a Norfolk Southern freight train. (AP/Matt Fried)
The White House said Wednesday that Biden will travel to East Palestine in February to “meet with residents affected by the Norfolk Southern train derailment, discuss federal support for the community, and hold Norfolk Southern accountable.” Then he announced.
Biden was heavily criticized for not visiting the community at the time of the incident and in the weeks and months that followed.
“The president has been very clear. Whenever something happens in a devastated community, whether it’s a derailment or a natural disaster, obviously the president always says, he’s going to help that community. ‘He’ll be there for as long as necessary, and he’s proven that,’ White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre told reporters Wednesday in response to a question about criticism surrounding the timing of the visit. .
“So he’s looking forward to going to East Palestine in February. We’re going to find the most convenient day for the people on the ground. He always knows that when the right time comes, it’s his He said that’s when he would be most helpful.” He was going to be there.” ”
