Pres. Obama praised his fellow Americans who are helping in the recovery efforts of the impacted regions. He praised and thanked the elder Bush and First Lady Barbara for setting good example for everyone. Obama added that amid the heartbreaking tragedies we’ve seen “ordinary people step up and do extraordinary things. He said that is the “spirit of America at its best.”
Trump sent a video message to the benefit concert
President Donald Trump did not attend the benefit concert but he sent a video message, which was played at the event.
In the video, Trump said, “This wonderful effort reminds us that we truly are one nation under God, all unified by our values and our devotion to one another.
“I also want to thank every person, including everyone here tonight, who has contributed to this vital effort,” he added.
