Trump defends Puerto Rico hurricane response, claims 'tremendous reviews' amid ongoing crisis

During a Rose Garden news conference, President Trump repeatedly praised his administration's response to Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico, stating that officials were giving 'tremendous reviews' and that 'everybody has said it's amazing the job we've done.' The self-congratulation came as most of the island's 3.4 million people remained without power, drinking water, and medical supplies, with only 11 of 69 hospitals having fuel or power. Trump also emphasized the geographic challenge of the island and previously cited Puerto Rico's massive debt as a complicating factor.

"everybody has said it's amazing the job we've done." — Rose Garden news conference Quote verified against source