Federal Response and Funding Announcement
surveyed 's damage in , announcing $612 million for six projects to enhance the electric grid's resilience in affected areas.
Amidst the backdrop of the presidential race, Biden presses , specifically House Speaker , for additional emergency disaster funding before the November 5 election, emphasizing the need for support for small businesses and disaster recovery.
Political Tensions and Election Implications
The hurricane response has intensified political tensions, with Republican presidential nominee criticizing Biden's administration for its disaster response and spreading false claims about 's funding, which Biden contested.
, campaigning in , and Florida Governor traded accusations over the politicization of the federal storm response, highlighting the political stakes amid the approaching election.