Published 08/08/2022 7:16:21 p.m.

Biden tours Kentucky flood damage: ‘I promise you we’re staying’

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At least 37 people have died since last month's deluge, which dropped 8 to 10-1/2 inches of rain in only 48 hours. Gov. Andy Beshear told Biden that authorities expect to add at least one other death to the total. The president said the nation has an obligation to help all its people. He pledged to return once the community was rebuilt.

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CTV News

Biden surveys flood damage in Kentucky, pledges more U.S. help

U.S. President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden on Monday witnessed the damage from deadly and devastating storms that have resulted in the worst flooding in Kentucky's history, as they visited the state to meet with families and first responders.

08/08/2022 10:16:21 p.m.·Canada

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Associated Press News

Biden joins governor to survey flood damage in Kentucky

CHAVIES, Kentucky (AP) — President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden arrived in Kentucky on Monday to meet with families and view damage from storms that have resulted in the worst flooding in Kentucky's history.

08/08/2022 4:16:36 a.m.·United States

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abc News

Biden travels to survey Kentucky flood damage in first presidential trip after COVID isolation

President Joe Biden on Monday traveled to Kentucky to survey damage from severe flooding in the state -- a visit that also marks his first official trip since he tested positive for COVID-19 last month. On Sunday, the president amended an existing emergency declaration for Kentucky to free up additional disaster assistance. Biden and first lady Jill Biden met with Gov. Andy Beshear and Kentucky first lady Britainy Beshear.

08/08/2022 9:50:00 p.m.·United States

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CNN

Biden surveys flood damage in Kentucky and pledges federal support: 'We're not leaving'

President Joe Biden visited eastern Kentucky on Monday and pledged the full support of the federal government as the commonwealth begins rebuilding following flooding that killed more than three dozen people and caused catastrophic damage.

08/08/2022 1:01:27 p.m.·Atlanta, United States

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Washington Times

‘We’re staying’: Biden pledges federal help for Kentucky flood victims

President Biden on Monday vowed that the full power of the federal government will help victims of devastating flooding in eastern Kentucky that killed 37 people and destroyed homes and businesses.

08/08/2022 7:16:21 p.m.·United States

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