Should the House Investigate Maui?
Should the House Investigate Maui?
Many are accusing the federal government of botching the response to the Maui wildfires. Is a House investigation warranted?
From The Epoch Times. U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy on Wednesday said there is likely to be a Congressional investigation into the federal reaction to the wildfires in the Hawaiian island of Maui. …
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“We saw the devastation that happened in Maui,” he said. “I’m very concerned about the response. We still have hundreds of individuals that are missing.”
“I think there’s going to have to be a congressional investigation into the response of what happens,” Mr. McCarthy said at a briefing in Syracuse, New York.
The deadly fires broke out on Aug. 8. …
The ensuing inferno leveled the historic resort town of Lahaina. According to the County of Maui’s update on Aug. 23, confirmed fatalities rose to 115, making it the nation’s deadliest wildfire in more than a century.
While the exact number of missing individuals is unclear, reports suggested over 1,000 remain unaccounted for in the wake of the disaster. …
“The federal response seems very delayed. The president’s response — had no comment — that’s unacceptable,” [McCarthy] said. “So I am going to work with committees to look at investigating what went on so that never happens again.” …
President Joe Biden, who is seeking re-election in 2024, came under fire for his initial response to the devastating wildfires. The criticism intensified after the president told reporters that he had “no comment” on the rising death tolls in Hawaii while he was vacationing in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. …
Federal Response
The White House has previously said the president acted quickly and kept in close touch with the governor and other emergency officials as the crisis unfolded. …
More than 1,000 federal officials remain on the ground to respond to the wildfires, according to the White House. The administration has distributed more than $8.5 million in aid to some 8,000 affected families, including $3.6 million in rental assistance, according to Ms. Criswell. …
Do you think the House should investigate the federal response to the Maui fires? Share your thoughts below.
(Excerpt from The Epoch Times. Photo Credit: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
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Lets us pray. God says in Proverbs-3:5-6 “Lean on, trust in and be confident in the lord with all of your heart and mind and do not rely on your own understanding. In all your ways know, recognize, and acknowledge Him, AND HE will direct and make straight and plan your paths. Be not wise in your own eyes, reverently worship God. Father God we realize this is a major tragic time for Hawaii and its people. There are a lot things that do not add up correctly. God you know all and I ask and know You will expose this tragedy and find the missing children, and why was the roads blocked off, water off!! God, you do not give an unconcerned answer about this tragedy after you took an oath as the title of President! God, so much tragedy going on and it is mighty suspicious at the many failures that has hit America and other nations. I do not care what the enemy likes or dislikes, we are children of God. Our natural minds get in the way sometimes trying to figure out what we need to do next. Jesus give us that extra dose of strength for our stance of Faith of a child. No questions asked. God we pray that this tragedy among others have given the people a spirit of fear. God as I seek your face remove the fear the enemy is pushing. God, I know you have a plan, because you’ve seen the evilness, the threats, among Trumps indictments, you have seen the destroyed food processing plants, the sin of evilness in our schools, in our government: But I know nothing is going to STOP the hand of God saving America, Israel and other nations. No threats of a virus is going to stop our Lord and Savior. In Psalms-91-2 Gods promise- “ 2 I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress,
my God, in whom I trust.”
3 Surely he will save you
from the fowler’s snare
and from the deadly pestilence.
4 He will cover you with his feathers,
and under his wings you will find refuge;
his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.” Because I have made the Lord my refuge, God my prayer is that all of your children will find refuge in the covering of Your Wings. God we are stepping up to take back our God given freedoms. Only You God have witness the evilness that has taken control, thank You for the prophets that have prophesied Your warning’s to us through their voices. Thank You Father, for leading us through this challenging time, which I never thought I would see. We thank You for loving our Nation enough to orchestrate deliverances and restoration. Through the prophetic voices You have said America shall be saved, and nothing Will Stop Your plans. Jesus I call down many voices that will declare these words and the Anointing of The Holy Spirit to spread through our Nation, our homes, our churches, our pastors, our leaders. Jesus my prayer is for hearts to open, ears to hear Your words that will manifest a hunger to belong to You. I bind the Voice of the devil so he cannot speak words that tempt your children. Oh, God I want to see a Holy Ghost Revival to hit this land, other Nations. I WANT TO SEE miracles of salvation that is going to turn this nation back to Godly Principles. Thank You Heavenly Father for avenging Hell’s agenda and the followers of the Devil. “ We declare that every stronghold in the life of those we pray for will be torn down by the power of Holy Spirit and the Word of God.🧎♀️🧎♀️🧎♀️🧎♀️🧎♀️🧎♀️🧎♀️A couple questions to ponder on. Where are the missing children, why was not water used immediately, why was FEMA put up In expensive hotels, and the survivors in tents, why was Biden’s attitude of no concern, why so many big fires across other nations? Why was BlackRock there immediately and Oprah W. God knows why. Pray and ask him to reveal the Whys? Yes, this needs to be investigated. Why? To show unbelievers this needs to be exposed and how the dots connect.
No, the congress had so many very serious investigations going on now, I can’t imagine what there is for the Federal government to dig out of the response to the Maui fires. Let the State take care of the investigations and then decide if the Feds are needed. People are so shocked by what has happened that they want answers now. But quickly calling in the Congress isn’t necessary.
I live on Maui & did not vote for President Biden. But I am very impressed with the Federal Response – we had a “Major Disaster Declarations” signed within 6 hours of Gov. Green’s request. FEMA was here within days. We have the EPA (very necessary with the old lead paint & asbestos in those 100 year old buildings). I don’t even know all the Federal agencies here – but the Feds have been very responsive. This investigation is a WASTE OF TAX DOLLARS & is just a political stunt to try to score political points. STOP WASTING OUR TAX DOLLARS on worthless investigations!
My deepest condolences and sympathies for your people on Maui. May the Lord comfort you and your family. I agree that this a state or local matter except possibly the response of the coast guard.
What are the opinions of the Hawaiians about tourists going to at least the other islands of Hawaii? I have always wanted to go to the Big Island. I have read articles saying never come to articles that say please come. I only want about a week and promise to be very respectful.
Yes. The house should investigate! All evil will be exposed in the name of Jesus, Amen!
Should the Maui fire response be investigated !!! “” ABSOLUTELY “” There are way too many questionable actions NOT TAKEN to save many lives that didn’t need to die ! Do I need to spell them all out for you ? Even after the recovery mode, it seems the authorities are fighting against what needs to be done ! It appears to be a big CONSPIREACY to take over the 49th state of AMERICA !!! This is a cover-up to replace the citizens with the so-called ELITE people who have too much money to spend !!! They can’t even record the death totals correctly ? I am quickly becoming ashamed of what America has turned into !!! I pray that the real story comes to light on how this tragedy really happened !!! Dear God, please save those poor souls ! AMEN
I agree that an investigation must take place. Where are the 100 children? It has been reported that child traffickers take advantage during community disasters.
Praying all questions be answered and all missing persons l accounted for. And the Biden administration supports Maui ” for as long as it takes” Amen
Yes, I think an investigation is warranted. At points during the fire, water was turned off. Why? Alarms were not sounded. Why? Police blocked off roads limiting the ability of people to exit the area, when according to long-time residents, those routes were the safest exit options. Why? The government took days or weeks to establish shelter, safe water, food and cell service to residents. Yet, individuals and private organizations faced road and sea blockades when they tried to bring in aid. Why? Profiteering real estate agents were allowed to pressure people to sell land before the government even had a decent count of loss of life. Why? The Chief of Police is acting as coroner, even though that is prohibited by Hawaiian law. Since some of his decisions are being questioned in the aftermath, this creates a conflict of interest for him. Why is this being allowed? Also, there are at least 100 children missing. Where are they?
These are just a few of the questions that need to be answered. Someone who has supeona power needs to be asking these questions.
I disagree and I living on Maui -Water turned off – state/county matter. Alarms not sounded, County decision. Police blocked roads – because 29 electric poles were blocking the roads with LIVE wires – it was to save lives! Profiteering RE agents were shut down within 1 day of their attempt to pressure traumatized residents, blocked by our Governor & Mayor. Missing people & children – many bodies were incinerated by the intense heat; the officials are trying to get residents who are missing relatives to give DNA to try to match. This is a state/county issue which is being investigated. We don’t need our Federal tax dollars being wasted on a witch hunt, with negative, hateful thoughts & words being proclaimed. We need people praying for healing, life, light, releasing a spirit of forgiveness over our island so healing can begin. Hate & anger are divisive – God’s love is needed here. Thank you for praying for us! (Also, I did NOT vote for President Biden)