North Carolina Governor Responds to Trump's Disaster Aid Claims
- Governor Roy Cooper of North Carolina refuted claims by former President Trump that his administration blocked disaster aid after Hurricane Milton.
- Cooper emphasized that his administration is working tirelessly with stakeholders to provide necessary support to those affected by the hurricane.
- The misleading statements from Trump have adversely affected the morale of first responders and victims, highlighting the challenges in disaster response amid political tensions.
In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper publicly refuted claims made by former President Donald Trump regarding the distribution of disaster aid. Trump alleged that Cooper's administration was obstructing aid efforts, which the governor labeled as a 'blatant falsehood.' Cooper emphasized that his administration is actively collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure that necessary support reaches those affected by the hurricane. He expressed concern that Trump's misleading statements have negatively impacted the morale of first responders and victims, potentially leading to scams and endangering rescue workers. The situation has been exacerbated by the storm's devastation, which has resulted in at least 16 fatalities, with recovery efforts ongoing. In response to the misinformation, FEMA has initiated a 'rumor response' site to address false claims about disaster aid, while President Biden condemned Trump's allegations as 'un-American.' The controversy highlights the challenges faced by state officials in managing disaster response amid political tensions.