JUST IN: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Gives Update On Response To Hurricane Milton

Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) holds a press briefing on the response to Hurricane Milton.
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[@janicecioffi3187]

Prayers for all victims and responders...thank you.

[@wifigrannyl.1354]

Praying for the families that lost loved ones during this disaster.

[@Ava-oc1dg]

God bless the line men and first responders thank you power companies.🙏🏾💚🌴

[@johnnypi9670]

Praying for our brother and sister of Florida...

[@LayDbug56]

Thank you for taking fast care of your people. God bless and give strength to all the victims to get through this difficult time.

[@jeanwilliams6855]

Thanks to all the states that assisted!!! 🇺🇸🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@peachesandcream3415]

Aaaammmmeeennn!

[@EyeXombie]

lol.. You seen Floridas housing prices lately? He ain't that good. lol.. He didn't do anything but go on TV and talk. The real heroes are the people working to get everything back in order.

[@christineburton2540]

​@@EyeXombie You can blame Biden n Harris for that. The cost of everything's gone up because of the inflation they caused.

[@jacked-666]

@@christineburton2540 Apparently you didn't get the memo that covid hit.

[@kathyeschenbach4169]

Thank you for the awesome leadership. Stay well.

[@TerryYork-z3c]

Awesome leadership yes!

[@EyeXombie]

These housing prices a sign of a good leader? Lmao.,. Homeless people everywhere because no one can afford a place to live. Yeaaaa Great leader

[@LopezBoricua]

@@EyeXombiehow is that his fault??? There’s a lot of people moving to Florida and also prices have risen everywhere in the US

[@christineburton2540]

​​@@EyeXombie Biden n Harris are to blame for that. Because of failed policies and leadership creating the worst inflation crisis since The Great Depression.

[@SarahJoRDR2]

And you're also helping North Carolina thank you

[@paulprigge1209]

I think people tend to forget that, especially those of us from other parts of the country

[@cindybroadus3277]

Great job Governor you must have nerves of steel🙏🏻❤️

[@lindastuart7223]

My heart goes out to all 😢

[@gwells813]

It was childish not to take the call from the White House. Try being a governor to everyone, not just the republicans

[@Sheila-y3e]

​@gwells813 Look up Correct info before commenting, please ....

[@Feeling-fussy]

Phenomenal leader!!! Been working around the clock, he must be exhausted. Desantis cares about the people in his governing state.

[@josemercado4702]

Isn't his job? A lot of people do harder work for less money than he does.

[@carolrollo3628]

@@josemercado4702 Yeah, it's his job and compared to the governor of NC, the job he is doing is outstanding! We love him in FL. Wish he was our nominee...o, well...

[@jxstified7558]

@@josemercado4702 A ton of people have way more labor intensive jobs for sure but those people dont have millions of peoples lives in their hands or the billions of dollars in damage he has to figure out how to come up with or dealing with insurance companies trying to scam people or leave the state or making sure those millions of people get their power back or how about the people that are disable, special needs or in needs of medications? His job is plenty fucking hard and he does a fantastic job for us here in Florida.

[@watchinglclowns9890]

Wish my Home state Kentucky Had A Governor Like Desantis. GREAT GOVERNOR... NO LIE'S.. ALL RESULTS...

[@chelleshock117]

@@jxstified7558Yes he does! ❤our Governor

[@livingwaters7841]

Praying for Florida and for Gov DeSantis

[@3ForestAnimals]

Great man. Wow. Incredible. We needed a man so great. 😊

[@orchids1555]

God will bless you and all the volunteers and people helping . Prayers .please be safe and healthy , and hopefully, able to get some rest. ❤

[@ritchiehowell8275]

Greetings from the UK. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.

[@3ForestAnimals]

❤sending love from Idaho

[@eileenscearce9643]

Thank you!

[@texasoutlook60]

Thank you DeSantis and all those working with this administration! Prayers for the victims, rescue/recovery crews and nonprofits, etc!

[@eliseoayala5848]

Great job

[@yogidevendrabiriyani1777]

YOU ARE DOING AMAZING!! ❤ We NEVER lost power, AND GOT OUR WATER BACK ON , AND JUST GOT OUR WIFI BACK!!!

[@EvandaNichols-ty2fy]

This is what a real leader looks like!

[@cynthiabyer4874]

Yes!!! I'm from Minnesota Walz let Minneapolus burn for days before he called the National Guard in.

[@bonniemarsing701]

​@@cynthiabyer4874😢

[@jorgecarrejo7562]

If only you didn't nominate a convicted felon.. You might have had him as the President next year

[@RuralCoast2024]

(Rural Oregon) I wish he was our Governor. Hope he is able to get a little rest soon. Prayers for all involved.

[@russelltackett4779]

Kentucky would like to have him to

[@veronicamissV]

Illinois too

[@rob2039]

Canada too… lol

[@blacklightfreakout825]

@@veronicamissV I am from Chicago, I have been admiring Ron DeSantis since his handling of Covid in 2020. Hopefully, I can move to Florida to live, because there is no state I would rather be regardless of their hurricanes.

[@JanetteArmstrong-um4jg]

Thank you Ron DeSantis!!! I am so happy your our Governor here in Florida.....

[@3ForestAnimals]

Yeah🎉

[@Lou-oy2eh]

Thankful for all the prayers that went up, this could have been so much worse

[@anobody5708]

Great leadership. I wish more people would realize the amount of available resources that were available for everyone before, during and after the storm. Incredible job.

[@GypsyLeeRose-k8h]

Florida always does a good job when it comes to storms like this it's the other states that weren't prepared and that are suffering the most. There are people there that they didn't even bother to try to get to for days. People died waiting for them to come and help them. I'm sorry but I'm not giving FEMA props or biting or any other person who's in charge right now because they have let people in the other states down. Florida is a different story. DeSantis is doing what he needs to do like a true leader.

[@SpaceLife80]

God bless you and your family Gov. DeSantis!!!

[@cheri1721]

The wind is blowing!

[@rweui4yuz]

​@cheri1721 And water everywhere. Ate you in Fla??

[@Techemilio7]

Thank you Governor DeSantis

[@stephanieyoung2261]

big tks to Desantis and his team!! God blessed that man with common sense and critical thinking to keep this state running as well as expected thru any emergency , he also looks out for first responders! We love him

[@peggywilliams1256]

Florida has the best Governon

[@floweraway3996]

This man DeSantis will be a great President someday, I hope.

[@Ouma-p5w]

So glad the storm wasn't as bad , the Lord obviously was holding you and your people in his powerful hands.

[@Ouma-p5w]

❤ 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🌈🌈🌈

[@wg5331]

Floridians should be proud of their governor. No BS straight shooter. Most importantly, he gets stuff done.

[@stevenjohannesson316]

We are! Best Gov Florida has had imo and I’ve been here since 72.

[@judystevens3965]

Liars

[@323azteca]

Best governor!

[@camiemetelus6455]

Thank you Gov DeSantis for your our service ❤️

[@alexandrablumen6321]

God bless De Santis and all people of Florida .🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@whit1678]

Our governor is demonstrating a textbook case study on preparation, communication and above all LEADERSHIP! Thanks to Gov Desantis and all those who are part of managing these recent catastrophes.

[@wilburhornshnoggle2619]

[@jacked-666]

Thanks also to FEMA

[@elizabethbeighley7372]

I agree!!

[@MasDouc]

Rhonda Santis also displaying his ability to rock cute high heels

[@janellmullen1119]

Dear Governor DeSantis, I hope this letter finds you well. I want to express my support for your leadership during these challenging times in Florida. Your dedication to our state and your proactive communication with the President and FEMA during recent hurricanes have not gone unnoticed. I believe that the state of Florida deserves a public apology from Vice President Kamala Harris for her attempts to project her political views onto our state. It seems that her past actions do not demonstrate a genuine concern for Florida, particularly during hurricanes that have impacted our communities. Your consistent engagement with federal authorities shows your commitment to ensuring that our state receives the support it needs, and I appreciate your efforts in prioritizing the well-being of Floridians over political rhetoric. Thank you for your hard work and dedication to our great state.

[@luisacleaves9592]

🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸👏👏

[@Missmia320]

He’s not reading this

[@janellmullen1119]

@@Missmia320 how do you know I also sent by mail

[@Missmia320]

@@janellmullen1119 ok, we’ll thats different.

[@randybailey2282]

Janell, you just HAD to get political...!!!

[@bonniehortman8203]

From Georgia (just over the state line.) Thank you Ron Desantis for all your hard work in Florida.

[@jeanwilliams6855]

Governor DeSantis is amazing. 🙏🏽Praying for everyone in Florida. And heart felt ❤️condolences to the bereaved family 🙏🏽

[@benwhorton8200]

Ron DeSantis needs to give a Masterclass on disaster preparedness and response to the rest of the governors.

[@SB-ls2vp]

Prayers for Florida

[@AuntieM78]

The President needs to take lessons from Gov. Desantis..😅

[@kundhireena]

Every governor..... take note!!!!

[@CristinaRowland]

I know right I keep trying to trade Michigans governor for Floridas governor lol I don’t think they will trade

[@mjb9176]

So true! They should be understudying him right now.

[@CristinaRowland]

@@mjb9176 that would be nice

[@DeniseMcClendon-hm7hp]

You all are so blessed to have him for a governor❤Praying for you all 🙏 ❤️ 💙

[@rebeccaculver1008]

DeSantis is just naming those hurricane storms from memory like it’s nothing. He’s so smart

[@blacklightfreakout825]

I can't even keep up with the names. There are so many. LOL

[@Debora-bc2hg]

Great example of Teamwork, no one wants to be the only hero.

[@anapantz]

Every state needs a DeSantis.

[@sandracurtis2761]

The United States needs a DeSantis.

[@hokekeller14]

Only 1% believes that. ​@@sandracurtis2761

[@jenniferkeyes2303]

He is going an amazing job.

[@rafaelgomez1989]

100% 🎉

[@stockD33]

No kidding!

[@joyceguiniven4587]

Great Governor thanks for your service 👍 👏 🙏 ❤

[@ctkoss6650]

Best governor! He looks tired, but continues to show strong leadership and care for our Floridians. We are blessed that he is our governor. You set the standard of what leadership truly means. May God sustain you with strength, great health and protection from all evil.

[@timothyhodges705]

Good job, Mr Governor, for staying on it! You're doing great!

[@heatherwilkins7228]

Its great too see how well managed Florida is. It would be nice to have more peace and more unity. Im done with distructions!!

[@yogidevendrabiriyani1777]

Desantis is a GREAT leader for All of Florida, and Im a lefty from nyc!!!!

[@Evvzt]

This man is a absolute legend ! Every local leader should emulate this guys nuts 🥜 for the people

[@shellysmith1037]

you are lucky Fla to have such a good Governor. Historic storms, but a solid response.

[@MTVessel61446]

DeSantis is so sensible and based. Great to hear a politician actually representing the taxpayers.

[@peachesandcream3415]

Thank you governor Desantis, for all your help and leadership! I use to live there in Tampa, and I know just how hard it gets in hurricane season! God bless all the responsible citizens who evacuated and all first responders and others who are helping cleaning up and helping others in need!🙏🏽

[@TracyLiichow]

Godspeed the efforts of the first responders.

[@Jennifer-me7mu]

Where were the governors of the other states after Hellene? Desantis is the 1st governor I've seen come out and talk.

[@jxstified7558]

He handled our state so well for Helene he sent our guys to NC to even help them, he is the best Governor in the country right now.

[@cynthydel]

I am wondering the same thing .. is it normal to have tornados hit during a hurricane ? How absolutely terrifying that would be … how do you prepare for that ?

[@zirconiumdiamond1416]

​@@cynthydel yes. Hurricane conditions are often favorable to tornado development. This hurricane though was notable for just how many tornadoes it spawned.

[@rebeccaculver1008]

Ron DeSantis is so smart and impressive.

[@heatherstella2528]

Best governor ever

[@savedbygrace6525]

THIS is how it's done Harris/Biden. Take notes!! TY Gov. DeSantis, a true leader. ❤

[@MasDouc]

Lol pleeease

[@metalted6128]

Why??? Neither will be in politics, very shortly. They won’t , need to know how to get it done!! For the American people.

[@leseanwalston7916]

More proof that Trump supporters don't even understand how the *GOV'T* operates lmao!! Gotta makeup your minds does the "VICE PRESIDENT" control this or does the actual GOVERNORS control responses?? Folks even MENTIONING Kamala sound like complete fools🤣🤣🤣🤦🏿‍♂️

[@MasDouc]

@@metalted6128 you gonna cry when kamala is ur prez?

[@jacquisepulveda]

All Glory to God for hearing the prayers

[@annlouise4430]

Amen! ♥️👑🙌

[@Marilyn-h4m6f]

DeSantis is a gifted leader… FL is lucky to have him!

[@carolscott7117]

So Sad; praying for all of the people effected. Sounds like Florida has a caring, resourceful Governor!

[@annehajdu8654]

*affected

[@miavaccaro2883]

Sending love and prayers from Wildwood New Jersey ❤

[@U.S.A.Citizen]

Gov Desantis really revived alot of American's hearts (spirits) with his care, consideration, and coordination of the state of Florida. Maybe the U.S. will be okay. Maybe the people of America will care about one another and continue to help each other going forward. All thanks to Desantis and his A-1 team for very elaborate reporting, extensive transparency and allocation of avail able and ready made resources 👍

[@rafaelgomez1989]

The best GOVERNOR ...proud to be a flroridian !!!

[@Weston96233]

Feeling very blessed to have such a great leader,Ron DeSantis,thank you!

[@dawnperkins4061]

That's right we can fix a fence but we needed to discard the debris...yes break open the gates for an emergency...good Governing

[@K-ij7ys]

Desantis is the man! THANKYOU 🎉 ❤️🤍💙🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@Nadine-i1p]

The United States just love Desantis, we all wish we had a Governor like you. God Bless You &TY

[@SKYWALKER.SQUATCH]

Thank you America! AND..Avista power!

[@ruthcrawford3015]

Gov. Ron is the BEST, and we are BLESSED to have him, always working on our behalf, and loaded with common since.

[@annehajdu8654]

*sense

[@erikamonterroso7743]

Thxs Gov for your great leadership ❤❤❤

[@suzan5533]

DeSantis is a rockstar.

[@TennesseeT0404]

Praying for all those effected by Helene and Milton.

[@TerryYork-z3c]

This one guy right here; Desantis, wish we all could be blessed with a governor like him!❤️🙏

[@samuelm.5752]

God heard most of the prayers

[@roccosophie6498]

We lost power in Orlando for only 6 hours. And I give governor DeSantis full credit for this early return. He will be President of the free world after Trump.

[@jant4741]

Great work DeSantis!

[@ChinChiny-mf1ow]

Good fight

[@johnnypi9670]

The Captain of the ship is tested when it needs to navigated through the storms of life.... Kudos for DeSantis.

[@marthajohann7367]

🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Redeemed-w3g]

The county sheriff's statement made a happy general! Good job to all! Thank you

[@guitarsz]

You can tell he’s entrenched because he has all these details in his head, not teleprompters necessary, no paper notes, he owns it because he cares about doing a great job and his passion and work ethic SPEAKS FOR ITSELF. ❤❤❤🙏🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@mccoy5410]

Thank you governor for all your help and all you care my condolence goes out to all who lost their life in my opponents to their family I live in West Florida we seem to be the ones who it just goes by way out somewhere but hey if I could have helped out we could have took some of the blunt for you it would have been okay I pray you never get another storm this year

[@sixteezchild]

You are a true hero Governor DeSantis! Thank you for doing all that you can for the people and animals of the State of Florida and beyond. Stay safe and God Bless!

[@EndalkHabeshaWorld]

This is how intellectual leader leads and coordinates . Thank you Governor and all other teams. God bless you all !

[@sylviamoses4759]

We’re praying from Georgia for all that are affected in this natural disaster. For the safety of every one that’s impacted by this disaster. That God’s hand would stay. Thanks to governor DeSantis for coming out from the inception. Lord grant him wisdom to do what he is doing and the support from all around. My condolences to the families that have lost their loved ones. God is faithful may or may not tornado torn.🙏

[@marciasitonio409]

A true commander!

[@menkedejong9968]

So sorry for the lives lost. Keep on doing Prayers for Florida! Love from the Netherlands🙏💓💓💓💓💓🙏

[@user-gq3ui9nn8b]

He is a great governor,other states and governors take notes on how to handle a hurricane,

[@Redeemed-w3g]

WOW...a tremendous team of leadership

[@maxinerowe2925]

You doing fine job

[@tommytommy7096]

True leadership it be nice if the democrats had some kind of leadership like this that actually cares for the people of USA…

[@ERSTARKK]

I'm sure he'll be a good president one day, but he is a DAMN fine governor of a hurricane state! 👍🏻🫡🇺🇸

[@ekop1778]

LOOTERS- TAKE NOTICE

[@capt.dannybarrow5353]

We're Floridians, And We do things differently here, "Looters will be fed to the Gators!",,, God Speed fellow Floridians

[@jacquelyngardner4932]

Thank you Governor for your wisdom. God bless you. We are blessed to have you in office

[@dawnperkins4061]

yes Sir Governor you did an excellent job prioritizing preparations and recovery..I thank you and every other organization and agency that works with you... praying the strength of all workers and their families that they left somewhere to be where we are

[@CristinaRowland]

Praying for all the people and animals

[@benjiaj1963]

Great leadership Governor Desantis! Im not even from the US but seeing the amount of resources staging and ready to move in gave real confidence that Y'all will come through it. I'm sorry for your loss of citizens from Milton, I was expecting it to be in the many dozens to hundreds. Its going to be a long road for some of you but with the support of the community (and gofundme's) you will build back better than ever before! Sending love to you all in Florida from the 🇬🇧 🇬🇧 ❤️ 🇺🇸

[@patriciascowen1713]

Future President DeSantis!! Looks Tired Out Well Done Everyone!! Humans At Their Best Prayers for N Carolina and Florida🙏🙏