Former President Donald Trump is down in Georgia today meeting with those impacted by Hurricane Helene, handing out supplies, and surveying the damage caused by severe flooding and winds.
“We came down with truckloads of different items, from oil to water. We’re here today to stand with complete solidarity with the people of Georgia and all those suffering in the terrible aftermath of Hurricane Helene,” Trump told the press.
TRUMP: "We came down with truckloads of different items, from oil to water. We're here today to stand with complete solidarity with the people of Georgia and all those suffering in the terrible aftermath of Hurricane Helene." pic.twitter.com/FATtKCxl3I
— Benny Johnson (@bennyjohnson) September 30, 2024
Trump also confirmed he spoke with Elon Musk about using Starlink to restore communications to areas affected by the hurricane; “Elon will always come through,” he said, telling the community that he will be there “as long as you need.”
Conservative commentator Benny Johnson called the moment “INCREDIBLE.”
“President Trump says he is in communication with @elonmusk to get Starlink set up for the hurricane victims who have lost all communication.”
INCREDIBLE ⚡️
President Trump says he is in communication with @elonmusk to get Starlink set up for the hurricane victims who have lost all communication. pic.twitter.com/ExiVyws4sE
— Benny Johnson (@bennyjohnson) September 30, 2024
When asked about President Biden, Trump took a jab at the aging POTUS, saying he’s probably “sleeping.”
JUST IN: Trump says he hasn't spoken to Biden about relief efforts from Hurricane Helene because he is probably "sleeping right now."
Trump also went off on the Biden-Harris administration for failing to act.
Reporter: "Have you reached out to Biden?"
Trump: "No, I haven't… pic.twitter.com/SsovgwZS9B
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) September 30, 2024
Many conservatives voiced their support for the former president and thanked him on X.
Thank you for putting Americans first.
Thank you for bringing relief.
Thank you for being a leader.
You have my vote in Pennsylvania.
— ThePersistence (@ScottPresler) September 30, 2024
That’s what you call Presidential!
Trump actually cares about AMERICANS!
— Gunther Eagleman™ (@GuntherEagleman) September 30, 2024
Trump, a private person, doing more than this government. https://t.co/bqPpDfj1UF
— Michael Sebastian (@HonorAndDaring) September 30, 2024
This is why Trump is so popular with the working class. He actually acknowledges them, and their interests. https://t.co/S4AFAjoLzI
— John Sheppard ✝️🦬 (@RogueCenturion) September 30, 2024
