Biden 'deeply saddened' by deaths and destruction from Helene
President Joe Biden said in a statement that he is "deeply saddened by the loss of life and devastation" caused by Hurricane Helene.
"As the storm continues to track north, Vice President [Kamala] Harris and I remain focused on life-saving and life-sustaining response and recovery efforts," Biden said.
He also said that he will be with affected Americans "every step of the way" during recovery efforts.
"We will make certain that no resource is spared to ensure that families, businesses, schools, hospitals, and entire communities can quickly begin their road to rebuilding," Biden said.
-ABC News’ Michelle Stoddart