North Carolina officials are asking presidential candidates and Joe Biden to refrain from visiting the state, arguing that such events would divert resources largely needed to address the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which has devastated large swaths of the state.
"The people in my district really don't want to see politicians," said GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards, whose district has been heavily impacted by flooding. "They want to see water. Food. Cell towers and power restored, and the ability to contact their loved ones. Photo ops are not what's needed," he added.
