President Donald Trump announced his arrival in Valdosta, Georgia, to provide relief and offer support to the communities hit hard by Hurricane Helene.

In a post from his official social media account, Trump stated that his visit to Georgia is focused on bringing crucial supplies, including fuel, equipment and water, to aid recovery efforts in the state. Trump also mentioned that many politicians and law enforcement officials would be present.

We are now heading to Valdosta, Georgia, in order to pay my respects and bring lots of relief material, including fuel, equipment, water, and other things, to the State. Many politicians and Law Enforcement will be there. We’ll be saying hello to Franklin Graham, Burt Jones,…

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) September 30, 2024

“We are now heading to Valdosta, Georgia, in order to pay my respects and bring lots of relief material, including fuel, equipment, water, and other things, to the State,” Trump said in his statement. He specifically named prominent Georgia leaders who are contributing to the recovery efforts, including Franklin Graham, Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper, Rep. Mike Collins (R-GA) and state Sen. Russ Goodman (R), among others.

Trump had also planned to make a stop in North Carolina, which was severely impacted by Hurricane Helene. However, the former president stated that access to the state has been limited due to communication and logistical issues, noting that he wants to allow local emergency management teams to focus on the most affected areas.

While expressing his desire to visit North Carolina soon, Trump criticized what he perceived as a lack of support for Republican areas by the federal government and the state’s Democratic governor. “I don’t like the reports that I’m getting about the Federal Government, and the Democrat Governor of the State, going out of their way to not help people in Republican areas,” Trump remarked.

Donald Trump is a REAL president.

Will be voting Trump for the 3rd time.

— American AF 🇺🇸 (@iAnonPatriot) September 30, 2024

Trump’s visit to Valdosta comes as part of a broader effort to provide assistance to communities hit by Hurricane Helene, with a strong focus on ensuring Republican-led areas receive the support they need. As recovery efforts continue, Trump pledged to return to North Carolina soon, adding that his priority remains helping those most affected by the storm.

The southeast is demolished.

This is Chimney Rock, North Carolina.

Our government should direct some of the billions of dollars in Ukraine aid to these communities.pic.twitter.com/Y4OrB7frGA

— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) September 30, 2024

“MAGA!” Trump concluded, reaffirming his commitment to “Make America Great Again” while offering support to the storm-ravaged regions.