During President Joe Biden’s trip to Milwaukee, he passed by East Palestine, Ohio, which he had previously pledged to visit following a devastating train derailment that occurred earlier this year. However, Biden has yet to fulfill his promise to visit the town, which was severely impacted by the hazardous materials carried by the derailed freight train.

The train derailment, which took place on February 3, raised concerns among East Palestine residents about potential environmental and health hazards. In March, Biden assured the town that he would visit at some point, but the White House later suggested that there was no concrete plan for such a visit, despite the promise.

Sen. J.D. Vance of Ohio criticized Biden, accusing him of neglecting pleas for assistance and failing to provide crucial support for the recovery efforts. The residents of East Palestine have expressed worries about their health, reporting symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, and nausea in the aftermath of the derailment.

As Biden flew close to East Palestine during his recent trip, the unfulfilled promise to visit the town remains in the spotlight. This situation raises concerns about the administration’s response to the disaster and its aftermath, attracting further attention to the issue.