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Trump Called A Liar By Who?

  • North Carolina’s largest newspapers jointly criticized former President Donald Trump on Saturday for his false statements regarding the federal response to Hurricane Helene.
  • Trump and his allies have made unsubstantiated claims about how President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris responded to Helene, a storm that left over 225 people dead and caused significant damage throughout the Southeast.
  • Trump falsely claimed during a rally that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) redirected disaster relief funds to support migrants. He also inaccurately suggested that Republican Governor Brian Kemp was unable to speak with Biden regarding federal disaster assistance.
  • In a published editorial, the newspapers condemned Trump’s remarks, accusing him of using the tragedy for political gain rather than uniting the community in a time of crisis. They also debunked Trump’s claims, pointing out that there is no evidence to suggest the federal government neglected areas affected by the hurricane.
  • Governor Kemp had already spoken with Biden, contradicting Trump’s assertion that the federal government had been unresponsive. Republican leaders in other affected states also expressed their gratitude for the prompt federal disaster relief.
  • The editorial board warned that spreading misinformation during such times is irresponsible and divisive, stressing the need for unity and collaboration instead of political opportunism.
  • Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm, caused widespread damage, including severe flooding in Asheville, North Carolina. As of Saturday, officials reported 225 deaths across several states, and search efforts continue for the missing.
  • The political race in North Carolina remains tight, with Trump holding a narrow lead over Harris in a critical battleground state.

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