This has such strong vibes of the Capitol in from 'The Hunger Games', we're not quite sure how else to interpret it.&nbsp;

For a while, we've covered the devastation of Hurricane Helene, especially in western North Carolina and the aftermath of FEMA's incompetence. There are still people living in tents, being refused the almost useless $750, and discriminated against if they supported Donald Trump.

So it's incredibly -- <strong><em>incredibly --&nbsp;</em></strong>tone deaf for the White House to take one of the trees that survived Helene so they can decorate it (and we've all seen Jill Biden's taste).

The optics of the White House, who has barely lifted a finger to help these people, taking a thing of beauty from them for their own amusement is so on the nose.

Hollywood wouldn't write such an obvious villain.

 {ai:summary}<p>The White House has faced criticism for selecting a Frasier fir from North Carolina, a region recently devastated by Hurricane Helene, as the 2024 Christmas tree. Many view this decision as tone-deaf, especially given the ongoing struggles of local residents still recovering from the disaster.</p><p>Critics argue that taking a surviving tree from a community in distress symbolizes the administration's insensitivity and lack of support for those affected. The optics of using a tree that represents resilience for a festive display have drawn parallels to themes from "The Hunger Games," highlighting perceived elitism and disconnect from the realities faced by ordinary Americans. #politics</p>

Tone Deaf White House Cuts Down One of the NC Trees That Survived Hurricane Helene for Christmas Decor

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