Political Tensions Escalate Between DeSantis and Harris Amid Hurricane Responses
As Hurricane Milton approaches Florida, political tensions flare between Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Vice President Kamala Harris. Harsher exchanges have taken place as Harris criticized DeSantis's hurricane response as 'selfish,' while DeSantis refuted her claims and labeled her as 'delusional' for asserting his focus on Floridians was irresponsible. Reports indicate that DeSantis has declined to take calls from Harris, igniting accusations from both sides of using the storm for political games. Meanwhile, President Biden praised DeSantis's preparation and stated he was doing 'a great job,' creating further division in the narrative. Harris's recent gaffes during a live broadcast have also become a talking point, with critics seizing upon them as evidence of incompetence. The discord underscores a fractious relationship as both sides emphasize their commitment to disaster response while hurling allegations of irresponsibility and political maneuvering.
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