Kamala Harris accuses Trump of playing politics with disaster relief amid growing criticisms

The race for the White House has taken a dramatic turn as Kamala Harris accuses Donald Trump of “playing politics” with disaster relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The US vice-president’s comments come amidst growing criticisms that Trump has been spreading lies and disinformation to gain an edge in the upcoming presidential election.

Harris, speaking at a town hall meeting in Las Vegas, emphasized the importance of leadership recognizing the dignity of those affected by the storms. She did not directly name Trump but made it clear that now is not the time for political games.

Joe Biden also joined in the criticism, calling out Trump for spreading “outright lies” and being “un-American” in his response to the disasters. Trump, on the other hand, has accused Harris of leaving people stranded and mishandling the relief efforts.

As the campaign heats up, both candidates are focusing on key swing states like Georgia and North Carolina, where the impact of the hurricanes could sway the election. The spread of misinformation and conspiracy theories has hindered relief efforts, according to Fema’s director Deanne Criswell.

With the election race tighter than ever, the stakes are high for both candidates. Harris has taken time away from the campaign trail to participate in relief efforts, but some Democratic strategists fear it may be affecting her chances of defeating Trump.

As the final weeks of the campaign approach, the battle between Harris and Trump intensifies, with both candidates vying for the support of voters in crucial states. The response to the hurricanes and the handling of the relief efforts will undoubtedly play a significant role in the outcome of the election.