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President Debunks Trump’s Lies About FEMA’s Hurricane Efforts
President Biden counters false claims from Donald Trump and MAGA Republicans about FEMA’s disaster relief, assuring Hurricane Helene survivors that federal assistance remains fully available and uninterrupted.
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By Stacy M. Brown
Senior National Correspondent
@StacyBrownMedia
NNPA Newswire
As the Biden-Harris Administration mobilizes an all-encompassing federal response to Hurricane Helene, it’s also tackling a growing wave of misinformation being spread by political adversaries, including former President Donald Trump and MAGA Republicans. The White House has labeled this misinformation as “dangerous,” and it poses a threat to mislead hurricane survivors about their access to essential resources and federal assistance.
President Biden recently reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to those suffering from Hurricane Helene. “Days before this storm hit, I directed my administration to pre-position federal personnel, critical supplies, and more near the storm’s path,” he said. “We’re moving heaven and Earth to make sure that everyone affected by this storm gets what they need. To all those affected, my administration and the nation have your back – and we will continue to have your back for as long as it takes.”
Under Biden and Vice President Harris’s direction, more than 6,400 federal personnel are on the ground, delivering more than $110 million in federal assistance, with additional aid forthcoming. The large-scale operation, outlined in a White House Fact Sheet, reflects a “whole-of-government” approach, which began with extensive pre-landfall preparations and continues with immediate deployment of resources for recovery and rebuilding.
However, disinformation is hampering the efforts. Among the falsehoods spreading online is the claim that disaster relief funds are being used to support undocumented immigrants. The administration was quick to debunk this. “No money is being diverted from disaster response needs. None,” clarified a White House official.
FEMA’s Disaster Relief Fund, which finances the agency’s response efforts, is strictly allocated for disaster-related expenses and remains untouched by other initiatives.
Another widely circulated falsehood alleges that FEMA is confiscating the property of hurricane survivors whose land is deemed unlivable. The administration rebuffed this as categorically false, emphasizing that “FEMA cannot seize your property or land.” They added that applying for disaster assistance does not grant the federal government any claim or control over personal property.
A further claim – that FEMA will provide only $750 in recovery assistance – was also exposed as misleading. FEMA officials clarified that $750 is an initial Serious Needs Assistance payment to cover essentials like food, water, and emergency supplies. It is one of many available support forms, including significant additional funds to repair storm damage, secure temporary housing, and replace lost agricultural assets.
In another attempt to stoke fear and confusion, misinformation has circulated claiming that FEMA and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are restricting airspace in North Carolina, thereby preventing private relief efforts. White House officials refuted this, noting that North Carolina has no airspace restrictions. Pilots need only to coordinate with local airports in Asheville or Rutherford for landing permissions, ensuring safe access for all parties involved in relief efforts.
The White House said it’s actively working to counter these lies through official digital channels, emphasizing X, a platform owned by Elon Musk, an avowed Trump and MAGA supporter. For example, MeidasTouch recently collaborated with FEMA to produce a video debunking the misinformation, which received substantial engagement across social media and traditional media platforms.

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