How Hurricane Helene Impacts North Carolina’s Election

Former President Donald Trump visited North Carolina after Hurricane Helene to assess the damage and commented on the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) response. He accused the agency of being distracted by helping illegal immigrants, despite these claims being debunked earlier. Trump downplayed the storm's impact on the upcoming election, saying North Carolina had a good system in place. Both Trump and his rival, Vice President Kamala Harris, are increasing campaign efforts in the state. North Carolina is a key battleground with significant early voting already underway. The storm displaced many voters, and both parties are working hard to ensure their supporters can still vote. Despite Trump's claims, experts suggest the election outcome may depend on how well rural voters turn out compared to urban and suburban areas.