Biden heads to Maui to meet wildfire survivors and first responders.
President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden to Survey Wildfire Devastation in Maui
President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden are set to visit the Hawaiian island of Maui to assess the aftermath of the devastating wildfires. They will travel to Maui next Monday to meet with first responders, survivors, and various federal, state, and local officials. The fires tragically claimed the lives of at least 106 people last week.
“In Maui, the President and First Lady will be welcomed by state and local leaders to see firsthand the impacts of the wildfires and the devastating loss of life and land that has occurred on the island, as well as discuss the next steps in the recovery effort,” said White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre.
Addressing criticism about Biden’s response to the tragedy, Jean-Pierre emphasized that the President is actively coordinating a comprehensive government response to the Maui fires. Despite spending the previous weekend in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, Biden remains committed to providing all necessary support to the people of Hawaii as they recover from this disaster.
Biden has been in close communication with FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, Governor Josh Green (D-HI), and Senators Mazie Hirono (D-HI) and Brian Schatz (D-HI). These officials have advised that conditions are expected to be suitable for a presidential visit early next week.
Before delivering economic remarks in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Biden expressed his solidarity with the people of Hawaii, stating, “Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Hawaii. But not just our prayers. Every asset they need will be there for them. We’ll be in Maui for as long as it takes. And I meant that sincerely.”
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