Biden didn’t say he wouldn’t give more aid for hurricane victims. Viral social media posts misrepresent an exchange between Biden and a reporter on Sept. 29.
Hurricane Helene has killed at least 200 people, making it the deadliest storm to hit the U.S. mainland since Hurricane Katrina in 2005.
The powerful storm left destruction in its wake, washing out roads, destroying homes and businesses, and knocking out electricity, water and cell service throughout the southeastern U.S.
President Joe Biden has approved a major disaster declaration for areas in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced on Oct. 3 that it has provided more than $20 million in funding to Hurricane Helene survivors.
But after the storm, some viral social media posts claimed Biden ruled out sending any additional aid to Hurricane Helene victims. The posts include video clips of the president speaking with reporters.
“Are there any more resources the federal government could be …