Breaking News: President Biden on Wednesday ordered the Pentagon to deploy up to 1,000 active-duty troops to assist with aid efforts after Hurricane Helene as the death toll rose to over 175 people in six states.

Ahead of Visit, Biden Orders 1,000 Troops to Region Gutted by Helene

Officials are still uncovering the extent of the devastation in western North Carolina, which President Biden will view from the air. The storm killed at least 175 people in six states.