Gov. Ron DeSantis news conference ahead of Hurricane Milton

[@bugoutadventures]

THANK YOU DESANTIS! THE WARNINGS ARE ⚠️ ♥️ SAVING LIVES.

[@ChanceTalksBusiness]

Nobody should have to donate anything. We should have so much money in this country, if we kept it here!

[@Keepitabuck55]

I mean 300+ billion was given to a different country for war so that should tell you who’s at fault 🤷‍♂️

[@DV-tc1yr]

This Governor is amazing, thank you for covering all bases

[@shneef4127]

@@jahmanborneo1343theres no reason to speak to kamala shes not the president lmao. Are you stupid?

[@rrcompton22]

@@jahmanborneo1343move along chump! You’don’t even live here! Go troll somewhere else….

[@michellehenderson842]

Thank you Sir, your governing is appreciated, much admiration. Thank you to all first responders, truckers, elections, police officers and fire departments. Prayers for the safety of all Floridians and Workers. GOD BLESS ALL

[@suemccomis106]

Amen 🙏

[@taz1417]

He's a true leader. Thank you Desantis.

[@Mo-mr8vv]

Praying for all from Texas!

[@russellraven]

Odessa Tx

[@cynthiafroley4415]

Thanks Texas! ♥️🤍💙

[@melissafrench7189]

Thank you, Sir. I am not in Florida but I appreciate the stress of which you must be dealing. Thank you for your leadership when your state needs you, unlike North Carolina's.

[@Candy-O1776]

That was so sweet, I agree, his strength has helped tremendously. FEMA website is only accessible if you still have electronics from the last storm, I week ago.

[@latterrain09]

Helene was proje ted to weaken after making landfall, there has NEVER been a hurricane that severe so far inland. We are on the east coast ofvFlorida, just a half hour frm Daytona but still in the cone. We are both sick with covid so we are staying home.

[@melissafrench7189]

@Candy-O1776 yes, and hard to know in his position.

[@Mike-ew9zn]

Anyone notice how a true leader gets by without a teleprompter???

[@rmoultonrmoulton145]

I'm always confused by the idea that people think it's a weakness to have a prepared statement. Depending on the situation, that's what you should want. A well thought out response.

[@tomh4680]

I agree, DeSantis is always on point. Anyone who says different has a left leaning agenda!

[@rosamaryzayas5650]

That's my Governor, a true leader👏👍🙏🇺🇸

[@francismarion6400]

​@jahmanborneo1343 You man the climate hoax? Go to Russia with that bs.

[@soylentgreen9492]

@@jahmanborneo1343 The Feds will make things worse. Everything they do ends up in ruins. You can hate and get in the way, but you will be trampled under. A Floridian'

[@DDL2728]

We live in Louisiana & have been through many hurricanes, & I've never seen a state prepare better & have people in place to help their citizens than Gov. DeSantis & Florida!! Great job, Governor. DeSantis & other departments!! We're praying for y'all! 🙏♥️🙏

[@donahgirod4642]

That's what good leadership looks like. ❤.

[@StepbyStepbyMiriam]

Watching from Ireland and so impressed with Governor Ron DeSantis and his dedicated professional team. This man is a true leader who cares for his people. He prepares, assists, informs and advises in a manner that will protect and save life and property in times of emergency and disaster. He and his team are also going through this and yet they show incredible leadership and resolve for the people of Florida. May God bless and protect them and all those in the path of Hurricane Milton.

[@cynthiafroley4415]

Thank you! ♥️🤍💙

[@onetallpheeesh]

LMFAO he's the reason they are about to be screwed over by climate change, and you're thanking him 😂 big time Stockholm Syndrome going on in Florida

[@charlottefreeman5219]

As a Native Floridian I want to Thank you! Governor DeSantis is and always has been an outstanding leader. We are so fortunate to have him. Thank you for your prayers. We need them.

[@StepbyStepbyMiriam]

@@charlottefreeman5219 Praying for you and your family charlotte. I am so impressed with your Governor's care and leadership. May God keep everyone safe. x

[@The_Variant]

@@onetallpheeeshStfu, you sound so stupid saying a singular person is responsible for anything of such magnitude- NOT THAT CLIMATE CHANGE IS EVEN REAL in the the sense that you believe.

[@Mo-mr8vv]

Calm, organized, everything thought of... there is no need for anyone to die or lose pets.

[@Candy-O1776]

Yes, he made shelters that take our pets. ❤

[@cathytimmerman4172]

Thank you for such a thorough update. ❤

[@raelynnwagner7081]

Way to go Gov good leadership

[@riccilltyson7219]

Thank you Governor DeSantis,I hope that my sister appreciates you,she lives in Florida,what a great Governor..

[@aaronpb2970]

Thank you!

[@michvig4123]

Governor DeSantis, Thank you for your articulate explanation of all that’s happening in our state ! You are the best Leader and we are so Blessed to have your service! Thank you😇🙏🏻

[@beckyteague-4407]

At least he is warning his people. Those folks in the north Carolina mountains were not warned. Taken by surprise. Thank God for his leadership.

[@melodiewood1315]

Oh yes they were warned over and over and over !!

[@michelleellis3872]

Governor was not on it

[@michelleellis3872]

@@melodiewood1315 Okay. I heard different

[@melodiewood1315]

@@michelleellis3872 We are in North Carolina and were warned over and over YOU MAY NOT LIVE THROUGH THIS evacuate now !! Catastrophic, Apocalyptic leave now for days we heard this.

[@michelleellis3872]

@@melodiewood1315 I am sorry for your loss.

[@rbsamar]

God bless u sir. As the people who live there they call u daddy. Praying for u and all of Fla.

[@Candy-O1776]

❤🙏🏻

[@Nr9Boon]

Ew

[@rrcompton22]

@@jahmanborneo1343I knew you were a troll! Move along chump!

[@pphish2628]

You and your team are doing a great job Governor! Thank you for allowing independent’s to film and get this information out to us, because the main stream media isn’t showing us what’s going on on the ground. God Bless you and everyone in Milton’s path!! 🙏🏼

[@justdone1068]

Praying for you all. Citizens Please Get Out Now. Just do NOT take the chance. GO NORTH. GO GO GO 🙏🏻

[@Marss13z]

Chance favors the prepared.

[@jeaninebruce9175]

Wow! What a difference between him and Gov. Cooper in NC. Thanks Gov. Desantis.

[@tpbchocoholic2103]

Watching from 🇦🇺What a great governor and leader. His messages are very clear. Prayers to everyone in FL. 🙏

[@Candy-O1776]

❤

[@susancummings3930]

Thank you 🇦🇺 with ❤ from North Carolina !!!!!

[@sister2717]

Gov.DeSantis is the best governor we've ever had. Ever. We love Gov. Ron DeSantis. 💕

[@killakev1187]

Let's see how you feel about De Santis after Hurricane Milton hits

[@ginapitocchelliarnp1844]

Gov DeSantis shines during crisis and uses his staff and resources appropriately!!! Rock on, Sir!!! 😍

[@rrcompton22]

@@jahmanborneo1343troll - move along chump! Your TDS is showing.

[@mariaperea9949]

THANK YOU, GOV RON DESANTIS, you are a great LEADER, GOOD JOB, GOD BLESS YOU AND FAMILY.👍👍🙏🙏💖

[@Lsmc7]

DeSantis, from not liking you, to a new profound respect for the leadership, communication to the Floridians you serve, and the calm you represent that no matter what, you will lead us through this nightmare, making you a HERO. You have won my heart and my vote going forward. God bless all of us❤

[@lindapatrick2034]

True leader, DeSantis

[@cynthiafroley4415]

🎉❤

[@judym1814]

Thank You Mr Desantis and all who are helping. It takes an army of great people to help. Keep up the great work Americans are beside you all the way.

[@PineBaskets]

The did refill our local race track as soon as it ran out. In florida hurricane season the rule is fill up as soon as you go to half a tank. Please be safe everyone.

[@m42037]

What race track NHRA? Nobody's racing during a hurricane

[@susancummings3930]

@@m42037race trac is a gas station in the south.

[@delores221]

Prayers 🙏 for all

[@Candy-O1776]

🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@rosamaryzayas5650]

🙏🙏🙏

[@tsmith3522]

Much appreciation to our Governor DeSantis 🙏 ❤and all of our government members 🎉❤. Thank you for your efforts to keep us safe and updated during these devastating developments. Praying 🙏 🤲 ❤

[@rosalynshew2238]

Hats off to this governor!!! He has done more in the past two weeks than has been done by our president and vice president in the last 4 years!!!

[@beachgirl6565]

Your sarcasm sure is funny😹

[@sweetshay6172]

I’m impressed with Governor so many resources to help Floridians pre and post hurricane

[@lizmade2296]

he voted down FEMA funding and is now asking for it, how curious all you Republicans are magically Democratic when you need money.

[@AliceKarpf-hq4px]

Best governor ever!

[@crimson050]

100%

[@DDluxe1]

That's MY Governor. He's suuuuuuuch an amazing LEADER ❤ HIM

[@tuannguyen-jx1so]

Mr Ron Desantis is the best Governor ever. We are so glad to be living in Florida ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@cruzmonvi4883]

Great Governor 💪💪💪

[@raelynnwagner7081]

I think we’ve all learned not to rely on fema

[@michelleellis3872]

Govt.

[@rainisneat]

Please, don't spread misinformation based on right-wing Facebook memes. FEMA is there, doing its job, and has been since day 1. Ask the Republicans why they won't approve further funding.

[@619rclark]

What a great Governor !!

[@sunnydays316]

Great job Governor DeSantis 👏🏼

[@peggy-annbissell1423]

How about praying, people.

[@julieannjohnson927]

Hi Mr. DeSantis, can they approve the early placement of foodstamps so we can have money to buy food. That would be really helpful. Ty. I have children but no food or water. Ty

[@carolinemarie44]

Where are you?

[@Candy-O1776]

I haven’t been able to get through to FEMA for help, DeSantis made one for us, and it works, you can get through.

[@Anne-fi2tc]

​@@Candy-O1776ya right , post the link if you are not lying

[@Dansocean1]

Thank you governor and all involved in supporting people in Florida

[@GraceCook-g1l]

Live in CT but respect and appreciate Governor DeSantis leadership. This is what We The People want from our elected officials.

[@suemccomis106]

Absolutely 💯

[@lizmade2296]

He voted down FEMA funding and is now expecting it. Funny how Republicans are magically Democratic when it's convenient, aka when THEY want money.

[@valeriepasbrig2864]

Not from Florida but, damn, this guy is so on top of everything!

[@cynthiafroley4415]

Thank you Governor Desantis ❤. We love your leadership ♥️🤍💙

[@chrisharper7950]

Wow….if anyone loses their life, it’s their own fault. Desantis has GONE over and above to mitigate damage and discomfort from this unnatural hurricane.

[@vjs4539]

A lot of people cannot evacuate because 70% of gas stations are out of fuel, and airlines have tripled their prices

[@beckyteague-4407]

Thank you governor.

[@Thankful305]

🙏for you Florida!!! Thank you Ron-/ Y’al are fortunate to have this leadership!! Is he perfect no!! Neither are you. “Clarity is Kindness 😊” along with… “CIESTANS ❤ !”! No I didn’t misspell a word - It’s an acronym for … Communication Is Essential So There Are No Surprises!! These are our go to phrases in our family! It’s the right thing to do ❤ Stay safe Florida 🙏

[@perijetton9275]

So grateful and proud of the Governor!

[@michelleellis3872]

Thank you Desantis for working your tail off for this state

[@michelleellis3872]

@@jahmanborneo1343 are you in Florida?

[@shneef4127]

@@jahmanborneo1343oh you mean the books banned in childrens Libraries thay depict sexual content? Youre lost lil bro find a map

[@rrcompton22]

@@jahmanborneo1343move along chump!

[@LoriHowell-f7n]

Gov. DeSantis is doing a fantastic job.

[@Steve-wo7gt]

He's had plenty of practice thanks to climate change.

[@Coolcatz2500]

I wish they would discuss for folks how far that storm surge could go inland-for people who dont understand how dangerous this truly is not just at coastline

[@sheilajackson3730]

Bravo Mr DeSantis! So refreshing to see an elected official diligently doing his job and working for the people. Prayers from Canada for all those people bit by Helene and now Milton.

[@stavrosgavrilis1458]

Very impressed with this governor. Kudos

[@rebeccathompson9307]

❤❤❤❤❤desantis

[@staceylaine2372]

Very good information. Great leadership.🌩🌀🌧🌊 please take head to his advice.

[@craftdabbler9255]

Great job translator.

[@alwslate]

8000 is not many troops considering the size of this next..one..WHY have our troops here in America not been dispatched here in florida as well as to GA AND NC.. OUR TROOPS SHOULD BE HERE PROTECTING AND HELPING WE THE PEOPLE.

[@patsygodfrey9565]

Not their fault. They are ready!

[@francismarion6400]

We have a good 1st responder network in place.

[@susancummings3930]

It is Biden/Harris fault FORT LIBERTY AKA FT BRAGG WANTS TO GO BUT CANNOT UNLESS THE GOVERNMENT TELLS THEM TO.

[@kingpriestforchrist1177]

I still feel this is not an ordinary storm 🤔 However I Thank you!!! Governor De Santis for your awesome leadership!!! I ❤❤ that our Governor keeps us updated and how he’s preparing for our safety. In addition I also appreciate all those in your administration assisting as well !!! Furthermore I will continue to pray 🙏🏽🙏🏼🙏🏾that this storm weaken, slow down and dissipate!!!

[@Leolady444]

Florida is so lucky to have DeSantis

[@calmdowngurl]

Sending prayers 🙏

[@conniedan5761]

Donate to Samaritans Purse, they actually help

[@chrisharper7950]

Noooo. Do NOT donate to Samaritans Purse. Only give to small local help.

[@Candy-O1776]

Give to local churches, NOT FEMA, that goes to illegals.

[@susancummings3930]

I did for North Carolina twice I live in eastern NC. I gave to Red Cross before that as soon as Helene hit will never donate to them ever again. I have friends and loved ones in the mountains. They said they (what loved ones I have spoken to ) haven’t seen the American Red Cross. Even Dr Phil said Samaratains Purse are boots on the ground working since DAY 1 !!!!! PRAYING FOR EVERYONE IN MILTONS PATH AND STILL ALL THOSE HARMED BY HELENE !!!🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️✝️✝️✝️✝️✝️✝️

[@teresajgregory]

Thank you, I agree. Governor DeSantis has his act together on Milton. I’m impressed about what they have lined up.

[@nancyrobbins9190]

Thank you Governor DeSantis for showing excellent leadership!

[@traceymalley5778]

DeSantis should be the leader of FEMA

[@dennisilic81]

@@traceymalley5778 DHS secretary

[@juanbernier3570]

He would bankrupt it just like Citizens.

[@melodiewood1315]

A man from Cuda is the leader of FEMA.

[@altha-rf1et]

He needs to replace Rick Scott who has done nothing in DC

[@marcusaurelius7039]

He should be Secretary of Homeland Security.

[@HEHE-dx9og]

we need fuel!!

[@melodiewood1315]

Its on the way.

[@michelleellis3872]

@@HEHE-dx9og did you listen to the press conference

[@Candy-O1776]

I waited in line an hour yesterday, I was lucky/blessed.

[@wandaAnthony2]

This is what leadership looks like!

[@Shiesty544]

Best leader

[@marymetros8605]

Leave the politics out of this. This governor is more effective than most.

[@LisaLoeber-i9j]

H.A.A.R.P at its finest. Come on Desantis, tell the whole of it.

[@Candy-O1776]

If only they would stop seeding the storms. We’re expecting tornadoes and hail as well.

[@LisaLoeber-i9j]

Watch your gas for water​@@Candy-O1776

[@ritad.franklin6372]

Remember your Senior Citizens Nursing Homes will need to be evacuated possibly and, will need a place to go to. TN and NC had many who needed to be redirected to facilities on higher ground.

[@crimson050]

Thank you Governor for your exemplary leadership and hard work! Great way to model how to take care of your state and it's citizens.

[@kathleenloverso5654]

Praying for ALL… In JESUS name 🕊️🙏🏼✝️🇺🇸♥️🕊️

[@thraciangrapes]

I saw several people on Treasure Island who are planning to stay. They are crazy!

[@sallywilson4747]

Pray that God has mercy on this sinful world. These evil people are carrying out evil plots. I pray for protection and safety for everyone.

[@Vashti0825]

Strong leadership.

[@diannebush800]

What a great speaker Governor DeSantis is

[@JohnStephens-vv3qe]

Let the states take care of themselves and each other and get rid of the government

[@crystalblizzard8594]

He needs to discuss medical facilities as a med front desk person with baptist jax I am getting more calls asking about if we are open than anything. For those that are wondering we ARE open today we will call scheduled patients if we close down.

[@ginapitocchelliarnp1844]

I recommend YOU speak with your facility and their protocol during emergencies! 🙃

[@Candy-O1776]

Yes, I am walking with a leg and foot the size of an elephant, but I must go on, no option. Got hurt in the hurricane just last Thursday. It must wait. All hospitals have been evacuated in my area. The urgent care gave me meds due to being in 5 feet of water, filled with sewage. People just don’t understand.

[@crystalblizzard8594]

@@ginapitocchelliarnp1844 I know the protocol. But the patients need to be informed. The are you open questions clog up the phone lines and someone may actually be dieing and need actual immediate assistance. It would be nice if the governor or the media shared this information on a wider scale for the major area hospital organizations. I know the hospital will tell the news and governor once it is closed but until then we are telling pts one by one as they call

[@mushishi9684]

I hope we survive this right. Last big hurricane was Irma, it was as large as Texas. Scary it was, very much so 😢😢😢 Sending prayers for the Peoples of Florida ☀️ from Serbia, The Balkans

[@vikingbladeworksllc7747]

The traffic on I-75 near Valdosta GA is already to a crawl. 45 mph going north.

[@mariamango2037]

Thank you Governor DeSantis 💕✝️🙏 Florida is blessed to have a strong leader!!

[@jeffbrown2468]

He's very organized; I still think taking calls from the WHO may help. There is so much division.

[@jodycarrithers6160]

This governor is FANTASTIC. If I lived in Florida, I wouldn't want anyone else to be my governor. Great job Governor!

[@dorisadkins2464]

Best Governor we have ever had.❤

[@NinawithSonshine]

Great leader!!!!

[@mintybadger6905]

Good luck everybody.

[@vickiphillips7887]

This is what a true leader does in an emergency ❤️I hope someday he is our president ❤️

[@BewelCranfield]

AMEN TO THAT

[@JulieBaird-w2f]

Ye DeSantis for President!

[@angiebrewer9960]

Governor DeSantis is amazing with storm preparedness!!! 🙏🙏🙏

[@GFettJake]

Thank you Ron DeSantis for everything you have done for Florida. The people of Florida should be blessed to have the best Governor ever. I wish we had you as governor in New York. New York is in shambles and a disgrace. Prayers go out to all the people 🙏🏻 I hope everyone survives this dangerous hurricane. If you are able to, get out now while you still can. If you plan on staying put and trying to fight it through, please go to safe shelters and get to higher ground. Businesses, buildings and homes will be lost, but remember your life is more important than anything. 🙏🏻❤️

[@vickiekelly758]

Hey Mr DeSantis why are you not closing the usps plants ,these people have to drive to work during land fall ,yes you know that night shift, for what? the delivery is suspended so exactly why are plant workers having to risk their lives, for what services. Seriously 😡

[@hollandspinehaven2634]

he cant force anyone to close down a business.. time to walk for your own safety

[@Candy-O1776]

I was a classroom teacher prior to retiring. I needed to be here, in case the storm shifted so that’s why many of us were told to stay.

[@marcusaurelius7039]

USPS is Federal not State.

[@rrcompton22]

USPS is federal not state. The more ya know….🌈

[@jacquelineseely5393]

Are you running for President for 2028? You should. Good job Governor Ron DeSantis and good on you for election integrity for Florida

[@CascadeDuSel]

People didn’t want him last time - he tried

[@jacquelineseely5393]

​@@CascadeDuSelhe not only tried, he won

[@CascadeDuSel]

@@jacquelineseely5393 he did? He’s our president now? Wow - I must have missed that. The delusion is powerful

[@marianneknapp4846]

Thanks for Caring & Loving the citizens and their pets and anyone with a disability Amazing DeSantis for President 2028 🇺🇸❤️🤍💙🇺🇸 A True Patriot ✝️🙏💜

[@pastorlarry1950]

Kudos to the Interpreter!!! Ron please slow down. LOL Have some thought for the Interpreter because all those county and city names must be fingerspelled. She did an excellent job of keeping up.( From a fellow interpreter in Guyana South America)

[@pauline_raabe]

Florida is the leader in Hurricane preparation. 💯

[@Anne-fi2tc]

Floriduh builds on the beaches and the rest of Ameican has to bail your state out every year ! You people are soo ungreatful ! You dont even pay state taxes ugh

[@shneef4127]

@@Anne-fi2tcdo you think florida is the only state to build on beaches? I was working in long beach long island when we got railed from sandy. Are you lost?

[@lorimiller9060]

He would make a great FEMA director.

[@sharonhopper7015]

♥️ Desantis

[@johnnylego807]

What an incredible governor, best we’ve ever had. God bless him.

[@JamesBighouse-ek1bt]

May God protect the USA from all harm. May God bless America. Amen🇺🇸