Some white nationalists swoop in after natural disasters, trying to soften their image while offering help

A surge of tornados tore across a large swath of the country in April, carving a path of destruction. Over 200 tornados hit over 20 states, closely clustered in the last couple of weeks. And hurricane season is just around the corner. Our story tonight is about what happens after these natural disasters. A pattern … Read more

How natural disasters are exploited to manipulate people online

In September of 2024, Hurricane Helene pummeled the mountains of North Carolina, causing massive floods that uprooted trees and swept away entire homes. Remote communities were cut off from relief efforts after the storm damaged bridges and roads. But an unanticipated element caused chaos and confusion in the disaster’s aftermath: the arrival of white nationalists, … Read more