Hurricane Milton: Ron DeSantis snubs Harris, speaks to Biden
This feud has further highlighted the politicisation of disaster management, with experts warning that such political manoeuvring can hinder effective response. Former President Donald Trump has also contributed to the tension by spreading misinformation about the federal response, prompting rebuttals from both FEMA and local officials. Despite the political back-and-forth, the Biden administration assured that all resources were being deployed to assist Florida in the face of Hurricane Milton, regardless of the political dynamics.