Former President Donald Trump used a Monday visit to North Carolina to repeat debunked lies about the federal response to Hurricane Helene.

Trump was asked whether it was helpful to criticize hurricane relief workers after the Federal Emergency Management Agency recently paused work in the area because of reports they could be targeted by militia.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) temporarily paused aid in parts of North Carolina this weekend after alleged threats targeted the agency’s personnel aiding in recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene.

"I think you have to be able to speak. Does that mean let's not talk about it? Because by doing that, they'll do a better job the next time."

Three weeks after Tropical Storm Helene devastated Western North Carolina, it's clear that the community has stood with one another from the very beginning.

Officials say federal disaster workers have resumed door-to-door visits as part of hurricane recovery efforts in North Carolina

While high-profile Republicans like Donald Trump continue to spread misinformation around hurricane recovery efforts, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced a new program in North Carolina to support survivors and assistance totaling $300 million.

Officials say federal disaster workers paused and then changed some of their hurricane-recovery efforts in North Carolina after receiving threats.

You can literally see the inside of the home.” FEMA has been offering help, allowing western North Carolina residents to apply for assistance. “FEMA is there for homeowners and renters who have uninsured or underinsured necessary expenses,