President Biden distanced himself from Vice President Kamala Harris after she criticized
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for refusing her call amid Hurricane Milton.
While Harris accused DeSantis of “playing political games,” Biden praised his crisis
management, saying, “You’re doing a great job.”DeSantis dismissed Harris’s remarks,
emphasizing his focus on saving lives. He criticized her for politicizing the storm,
stating that past presidents, including Biden, had avoided such disputes during emergencies,
Biden, in turn, called for unity, commending all governors for their efforts.
The exchange has sparked debate—some view Harris’s criticism as necessary accountability,
while others argue disaster response should remain nonpartisan. Amid the storm’s devastation, the focus remains on protecting Floridians.
