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Former President Blasts Biden’s ‘No Comment’ Response to Maui Wildfires, Accuses Gov. of Politicizing Tragedy

ByAlki David

Aug 16, 2023

In a recent address on Truth Social, former President Donald Trump expressed his concern and disappointment regarding the devastating wildfires that have been raging through Maui. Trump’s video message took a somber tone as he highlighted the gravity of the situation and criticized the government’s lack of preparedness.

In the video, Trump asserted, “The sad thing is it should never have happened. Our government was not prepared.” His words underscored the urgent need for effective disaster response and prevention measures, especially in the face of such destructive natural events.

One of the key points of Trump’s address was his criticism of Hawaii Governor Josh Green, whom he accused of politicizing the wildfire situation. Trump emphasized the importance of addressing the crisis with unity and cooperation, rather than using it as a platform for political gain.

However, Trump didn’t stop at addressing Governor Green. He went on to condemn President Joe Biden’s response to the Maui wildfires, noting that Biden offered only a “no comment” and a smile when questioned about the disaster. This perceived lack of engagement drew widespread criticism and raised questions about the administration’s priorities.

The criticism directed at Biden didn’t end there. Trump highlighted a previous incident when Biden took several weeks to address the East Palestine train derailment in Ohio, which resulted in the release of toxic chemicals in a small town. Trump drew a parallel between the two situations, suggesting that Biden’s delayed response to disasters is a concerning pattern that needs to be addressed.

The backlash against Biden’s handling of the Maui wildfires continues to grow, with many questioning his ability to effectively manage and respond to crises. As communities in Maui struggle to contain the devastating wildfires, the former president’s pointed remarks have ignited a larger conversation about disaster response and leadership.

In conclusion, Trump’s video address on Truth Social shed light on the ongoing Maui wildfires and the government’s response. The former president’s criticism of both Governor Green and President Biden reflects a broader concern about disaster preparedness and timely action. As the situation in Maui unfolds, the spotlight remains on how leaders at all levels of government will respond to the urgent needs of their communities.

By Alki David

Alki David — Publisher, Media Architect, SIN Network Creator - live, direct-to-public communication, media infrastructure, accountability journalism, and independent distribution. Born in Lagos, Nigeria; educated in the United Kingdom and Switzerland; attended the Royal College of Art. Early internet broadcaster — participated in real-time public coverage during the 1997 Mars landing era using experimental online transmission from Beverly Hills. Founder of FilmOn, one of the earliest global internet television networks offering live and on-demand broadcasting outside legacy gatekeepers. Publisher of SHOCKYA — reporting since 2010 on systemic corruption inside the entertainment business and its expansion into law, finance, and regulation. Creator of the SIN Network (ShockYA Integrated Network), a federated media and civic-information infrastructure spanning investigative journalism, live TV, documentary, and court-record reporting. Lived and worked for over 40 years inside global media hubs including Malibu, Beverly Hills, London, Hong Kong and Gstaad. Early encounter with Julian Assange during the first Hologram USA operations proved a formative turning point — exposing the realities of lawfare, information suppression, and concentrated media power. Principal complainant and driving force behind what court filings describe as the largest consolidated media–legal accountability action on record, now before the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court. Relocated to Antigua & Barbuda and entered sustained legal, civic, and informational confrontation over media power, safeguarding, and accountability at Commonwealth scale.