US President Joe Biden addressed the collapse before a visit to North Carolina.
“Everything so far indicates that this was a terrible accident. At this time, we have no other indication — no other reason to believe there was any intentional act here,” he said.
President Biden reassured Baltimore residents they’re not alone.
“We’re going to stay with you as long as takes. And like the governor said, you’re Maryland tough, you’re Baltimore strong, and we’re going to get through this together. And I promise: We’re not leaving.”
He added he had directed his team to “move heaven and earth to reopen the port and rebuild the bridge as soon as humanly possible.”