The Biden-Harris administration has found itself in hot water, not just from the rising winds of Hurricane Helene but also from the backlash over its tepid response to the natural disaster. For a week-and-a-half after the hurricane wreaked havoc, the administration’s communication was notably silent, raising eyebrows across the nation. What’s worse, any criticism of their response has been dismissed by officials as “misinformation.” It seems the only thing missing from the Biden-Harris weather playbook is an actual plan.
In an attempt to show she cares, Kamala Harris participated in a Zoom meeting set to discuss preparations for Hurricane Milton, a clever move until a hot mic incident made it clear she might need a little help navigating the complexities of disaster response. Instead of exhibiting the poise demanded by the situation, she was caught asking an aide for assistance, prompting a collective cringe from viewers tuned in to witness her less-than-stellar performance. This is not the kind of leadership anyone desires in times of crisis.
Kamala now claims FEMA's budget — passed by Congress each fiscal year — needs more resources because it was "constructed around a bygone time" 🤔 pic.twitter.com/8QdKDgMjs5
— Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) October 9, 2024
Harris then shifted her focus to CNN and The Weather Channel, probably thinking this would placate critics questioning the administration’s preparedness. When questioned about FEMA’s resources, she confidently stated there would be enough for “the aftermath.” This statement came dangerously close to contradicting claims made by Homeland Security chief Alejandro Mayorkas, who initially suggested there wouldn’t be funds available after Helene. If this isn’t a classic case of spreading misinformation, it certainly raises red flags about internal communications within the administration.
When pressed further on national security matters, including Iran’s aggression toward Israel, Harris dodged answers as if she were a seasoned politician. Despite appearing clueless during the segment, she nevertheless managed to inadvertently reveal the administration’s tangled web of foreign relations. Forget paying attention to hurricane preparedness; it seems the White House is more interested in avoiding questions than providing answers.
Kamala claims "FEMA has what they need," despite FEMA's insistence they need more money (after they spent billions on illegal aliens) pic.twitter.com/38An8XsEsa
— Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) October 9, 2024
The crown jewel of this comedy of errors was her guest appearance on The Weather Channel, where she revealed a jaw-dropping lack of understanding of hurricanes. Harris suggested that Congress needs to allocate more funds because existing budgets were “constructed around a bygone time.” This vague assertion raises eyebrows: what does the era of budgetary formulation have to do with the present need for disaster relief? Additionally, when asked about homeowners’ insurance, she could only muster filler words, leaving viewers baffled.
Perhaps the most astonishing moment came when she insisted that people shouldn’t fixate on whether a hurricane was downgraded, no doubt thinking she was making a profound statement. A certain level of focus on storm categorization is critical for public safety. Her commentary came across as not only misguided but patronizing, as if she were lecturing a classroom of preschoolers instead of seasoned Floridians who know how to prepare for a storm. To make matters worse, Governor DeSantis pointed out that this belated media blitz from Harris is purely politically motivated, hinting that she hasn’t even contacted anyone during prior storms. As people scramble to secure their properties, they are left wondering why the Weather Channel would choose to feature her instead of the real experts who should be leading the conversation about safety and preparedness in such trying times.