President Joe Biden recently condemned former President Donald Trump and US Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene for spreading false information regarding the response efforts to hurricanes Milton and Helene. Biden expressed his frustration with the 'reckless and irresponsible' promotion of disinformation and outright lies that have been circulating, undermining the confidence of the people in Florida and the ongoing rescue and recovery work.
Biden specifically called out Trump for spreading misinformation, including false claims that federal assistance was capped at $750, allegations of property seizures in the storm's path, and accusations of FEMA funds being diverted to house migrants. The president labeled these lies as un-American and emphasized that there is no place for such misinformation.
In addition to Trump, Biden criticized Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene for her claim that the federal government is 'controlling the weather,' calling it 'beyond ridiculous' and urging for such baseless assertions to cease. The president expressed bewilderment at the spread of misinformation, stating that it goes against the values of the country and questioning the motives behind such false narratives.
When asked about the reasons behind the dissemination of misinformation, Biden admitted to being at a loss for words, emphasizing that such actions are fundamentally un-American and do not align with the principles of the nation. He reiterated his stance that the spread of falsehoods regarding the hurricane response efforts is detrimental and called for a halt to the dissemination of such misleading information.
As the administration continues its efforts to address the aftermath of hurricanes Milton and Helene, Biden's remarks serve as a reminder of the importance of accurate information and the potential consequences of spreading falsehoods during times of crisis.
