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Yesterday, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg visited western North Carolina and east Tennessee, where he was briefed by state and local leaders on recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricane Helene and discussed emergency aid provided by the Biden-Harris Administration. At this time, the Administration has already approved more than $1.8 billion in assistance for hurricane recovery efforts and will continue to support communities as they rebuild.

Continue Reading ICYMI: Secretary Buttigieg Tours Hurricane-Damaged Regions of Western North Carolina and East Tennessee, Pledges Administration’s Ongoing Support for Recovery and Repairs at Medium