Aerial Recovery Rep. claims National Guard loaded up C17 for a Kamala’s Helene photo op, not for victims

An Aerial Recovery member named Jonathan Howard, who interviewed on Shawn Ryan's podcast, says that the National Guard was instructed to load a C17 for Hurricane Helene relief, yet those in need never received the supplies.

Howard told former Navy SEAL and podcaster Shawn Ryan: "I had a squadron commander from North Carolina reach out to me, they had to load a C-17 full of supplies just to take a photo op for Kamala, and they never sent the bird."

He continued, "They loaded an entire C-17 full of supplies for the hurricane victims just for Kamala to go there, take a photo, take a video, and they never sent the C-17."
 

ICYMI — North Carolina National Guard had to load disaster relief supplies onto a C17 cargo plane solely for a @KamalaHarris photo op. The supplies were never sent to Helene victims.

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— Toria Brooke (@realtoriabrooke) October 11, 2024

Despite Howard's claims, the National Guard came forward to defend Kamala Harris.

According to a spokesperson for the National Guard, "the [C17] had been due to make an aid trip but that the flight was canceled at the last minute due to a mechanical issue" per the Daily Mail.

The supplies were reportedly loaded onto another plane and taken to Helene victims the next day.  

Kamala Harris went to North Carolina in the aftermath of Helene, "where she stood in front of a C-17 plane, flanked by military, to pledge ongoing federal support to victims."

The Internet is on fire watching the Shawn Ryan podcast, as Kamala "Border Czar" Harris' history of lack of initiative, including not visiting the U.S. Southern border, leads many to believe that Howard's claims are true.

Per the episode description from Shawn Ryan's podcast: "Jonathan Howard and Charlie Keebaugh are members of Aerial Recovery, a nonprofit organization focused on disaster response and humanitarian aid, particularly in areas affected by natural disasters and crises."

"They specialize in using aerial technology, such as drones and helicopters, to assess damage, deliver supplies, and support recovery efforts. The organization often collaborates with local communities, governments, and other NGOs to provide assistance and facilitate recovery."

"Their work includes search and rescue operations, medical supply deliveries, and providing essential resources like food and clean water. By leveraging innovative technologies and a network of trained veteran volunteers, Aerial Recovery Group aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of disaster response efforts."

"Recently, they've deployed to areas affected by Hurricane Helene to assist in the rescue and recovery effort. You can donate to the effort below."