Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is not backing down against claims that he ignored a phone call from Vice President Kamala Harris as Hurricane Milton approaches. This storm has intensified to a Category 5 and is heading straight for Florida’s Gulf Coast, raising alarms in places like Tampa Bay. With residents evacuating and preparations in full swing, this isn’t the time for political games—yet here we are.
The Media’s Narrative
A report from ABC News—owned by Disney, which hasn’t been on DeSantis’ good side lately—claimed that a “source close to the governor” said he purposely avoided Harris’ call. The implication? That DeSantis is too caught up in politics to work with others during a crisis. To add fuel to the fire, ABC suggested that he’s also ignoring calls from President Biden.
This narrative quickly gained traction, and of course, Harris couldn’t resist chiming in. As she boarded her plane, she delivered a soundbite loaded with indignation: “Moments of crisis… should really be the moment that anyone who calls themselves a leader says they’re going to put politics aside,” she declared. “Playing political games at this moment… is just utterly irresponsible.” While it sounds good on paper, many Floridians found it hard to swallow the idea that DeSantis was neglecting his responsibilities.
DeSantis Responds Directly
When DeSantis finally addressed these claims, he didn’t hold back. “No, I didn’t know she called me,” he told reporters bluntly. He clarified that while he saw the report about Harris’ call, he wasn’t aware of any outreach from her office. In his press conference, DeSantis made it clear: he’s been in direct contact with the White House regarding hurricane issues—including an earlier conversation with Biden during Hurricane Helene.
According to him, everything requested from federal agencies has been received without any hiccups whatsoever. So much for all the drama being spun by some media outlets!
No Dodging Calls Here
As for those rumors about dodging Biden’s calls? DeSantis set the record straight: there hadn’t been any communication beyond their initial discussion during Hurricane Helene. He emphasized his office would reach out immediately if they needed anything further from FEMA or even directly from the president himself. “Their characterization… wasn’t anything that anybody in my office did,” he stated firmly while dismissing these allegations as just another example of media spin.
A Manufactured Controversy?
This whole situation seems more like a manufactured controversy than reality. Governor DeSantis has what he needs from Washington and remains focused on preparing Florida for Hurricane Milton—a task far more important than engaging in petty political squabbles over phone calls or perceived slights.
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