The Biden-Harris administration is under fire after USAID administrator Samantha Power shared a video from Ukraine, where the US is working to keep the lights on. Meanwhile, over 700,000 Americans remain without power following the destruction caused by Hurricane Helene, raising concerns about the administration’s priorities.
Power’s video highlighted US efforts to replace damaged transformers in Ukraine and ensure that Ukrainians have power this winter. “Thanks to the support of the American people, USAID is working with Ukrainians to keep the lights on and the heat going,” Power said.
The video was met with backlash, especially from Americans still waiting for power restoration. One woman, watching the video in her powerless home, remarked, “So you’re making sure Ukraine’s lights stay on while we sit in the dark.”
Former Acting Director of National Intelligence Richard Grenell criticized the administration for neglecting Americans. “Some Americans still don’t have power from Helene. Meanwhile, Samantha Power is doing videos in Ukraine proudly giving away tens of millions of US tax dollars,” he said.