Trump Deploys Army Corps of Engineers to North Carolina for Hurricane Helene Recovery [WATCH]

President Donald Trump announced on Friday that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will be deployed to North Carolina to assist with recovery efforts following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene.

Trump’s visit to the state highlighted his administration’s commitment to addressing the aftermath of the storm, which caused severe flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage in western North Carolina and surrounding regions.

Speaking in North Carolina, Trump criticized the Biden administration for its delayed response to the disaster.

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“I don’t know what took so long for the other administration,” Trump said.

He added that his administration would ensure the necessary resources are provided promptly.

“We have a lot of things in mind, and we’re getting the Army Corps of Engineers all set. You need your riverbanks fixed. You need a lot of roads fixed. And we’re going to get it done in rapid time.”

BREAKING: President Trump just announced to the victims of Hurricane Helene that he is deploying the Army Corp of Engineers to rebuild their bridges, roads, riverbanks, etc

“I’ve asked Susie Wiles and all of my people to start calling up. Get the Corps ready.”

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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which includes approximately 37,000 civilian and military personnel, plays a critical role in disaster response and infrastructure restoration.

According to its website, the Corps operates under the National Response Framework (NRF) and the Stafford Act, working in coordination with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to assist state and local governments during major disasters.

The Corps also has the authority to respond to flooding and coastal emergencies under Public Law 84-99.

Each year, the Army Corps of Engineers deploys trained personnel and resources across the United States to assist with emergencies and recovery efforts.

Trump emphasized the Corps’ readiness, stating, “I’ve asked Susie Wiles and all of my people to start calling up. Get the Corps ready, and they’re going to get ready to go.”

Hurricane Helene caused significant destruction across multiple states, with western North Carolina among the hardest hit.

Communities such as Chimney Rock, Asheville, and Swannanoa experienced widespread flooding, severe landslides, and damage to homes, roads, and local infrastructure.

Nearby regions, including parts of Georgia, Florida, eastern Tennessee, and southwestern Virginia, also reported extensive flooding and landslides.

FEMA announced in October that more than $45 million had been allocated for Hurricane Helene relief efforts.

This included $17 million in housing and assistance for over 10,000 households in North Carolina, $23 million for 4,400 households in Florida, $150,000 for survivors in Georgia, $4.5 million for over 5,600 households in South Carolina, and $124,000 for survivors in Virginia.

However, many residents criticized the Biden-Harris administration’s handling of the disaster, with some reporting minimal federal assistance and delayed responses.

During his remarks, Trump assured North Carolinians that his administration would prioritize their recovery.

“We’re going to get you the resources you need and the support that you deserve. And we’ll be at your side through every step of the rebuilding, and no American is going to be left behind,” he said.

At a rally in Kinston, North Carolina, Trump reiterated his criticism of the Biden administration’s response, describing it as “a disgrace.”

He pledged to deliver more effective leadership in the recovery process, ensuring that affected communities receive the support they need to rebuild.

The deployment of the Army Corps of Engineers marks a significant step in addressing the damage caused by Hurricane Helene.

With Trump’s commitment to rapid recovery efforts, residents in North Carolina and neighboring states can expect federal resources to bolster local rebuilding initiatives in the coming weeks.

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