Hurricane Milton is posing a threat to Florida and has disrupted the presidential campaigning schedules. Donald Trump has postponed events and focused on the storm, while President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris criticized misinformation surrounding the response to Hurricane Helene. Trump declared he will not participate in any more debates and his campaign aired a video using clips from “Full Metal Jacket” to depict his vision for the military.
President Biden condemned the spread of lies by Trump regarding the federal response to Hurricane Helene, calling them unamerican. The misinformation surrounding the government’s handling of the hurricane has been a focal point of the campaign. Trump expressed concern for those in Florida facing Hurricane Milton and praised the Republican governors for their expected response. Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz highlighted the need for unity across party lines during natural disasters.
During a rally in Pennsylvania, Trump insulted Harris and criticized her capabilities, disregarding concerns about potentially turning off some voters. Early in-person voting began in Arizona, marking the start of voting in a key battleground state. Both campaigns are focusing on these crucial states as the election approaches. President Biden called out Marjorie Taylor Greene for suggesting that Democrats control the weather, labeling her claims as “beyond ridiculous.”
Vice President Harris warned against price gouging amid the hurricanes and emphasized the need for companies to provide fair services during evacuations. President Biden stressed the importance of Congress stepping up to help provide assistance in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Additionally, Trump announced plans for a rally in New York at the end of October, showcasing his campaign efforts in a traditionally Democratic state. The final weeks leading up to the election are crucial for both candidates as they navigate through the challenges posed by the natural disasters and campaigning.
