Staff Reports
In a staggering display of callousness and indifference, President Joe Biden has once again shown his true colors. When confronted by reporters about the catastrophic fires raging in Maui, the President not only refused to comment but swiftly retreated into the safety of his vehicle.
WATCH: Joe Biden shrugs and smiles in response to a question about the Maui fires while on vacation: “No comment”.
Worst President Ever! https://t.co/6LZVddHS1z
— Proud Elephant ??? (@ProudElephantUS) August 14, 2023
The devastating fires in Maui have claimed the lives of 96 innocent individuals, with nearly 1,000 still reported missing. As the fire engulfed the village of Lahaina, victims were left with no choice but to leap into the ocean, hoping to escape the jaws of the raging inferno. Yet, when asked about the rising death toll, President Biden offered nothing but a dismissive wave and an empty stare.
Biden doesn’t give AF about the suffering people of Maui.
Or the suffering people of East Palestine, Ohio.
Or the suffering people in border towns.
Or the suffering people anywhere in America. pic.twitter.com/s3hUNe3msa
— Monica Crowley (@MonicaCrowley) August 14, 2023
In Maui:
93 (& counting) Americans are dead.
1,000 are missing.
One of the most beautiful places on earth has been reduced to cinders.
In Delaware:@JoeBiden can't be bothered to care.
Putting America First means getting this joker out of the White House. https://t.co/c2Pc2NDRRK
— Kari Lake (@KariLake) August 14, 2023
This heartless response is reminiscent of his previous behavior during the toxic train derailment in Ohio last year. It seems that President Biden simply lacks the empathy and compassion necessary to lead in times of crisis. While the President may claim to prioritize the American people, his actions tell a different story.
Local residents have voiced their frustration and concerns over the lack of preparation and warning in response to the fires. The absence of sirens, alarms, and other emergency measures has left communities feeling abandoned and betrayed. It is clear that the federal government’s response to this disaster has fallen tragically short.
Moreover, there are reports suggesting that the death toll may exceed 500, with many of the victims being children left behind as their parents worked. The fact that the fire department allegedly abandoned the fire earlier, claiming it was contained, despite knowing the dangerous wind conditions, is deeply troubling. The government should be held accountable for its failure to protect its citizens.
It is times like these when we need strong leadership, someone who is willing to face difficult and heartbreaking situations head-on. Unfortunately, President Biden has once again shown that he is ill-equipped for the job. It is imperative that we put America first and find a leader who truly cares about the wellbeing of our nation. It is time for a change.
