• But amid what could be the worst storm the Sunshine State has faced since Hurricane Michael four years ago, President Joe Biden apparently cannot pick up a phone to ask Gov. Ron DeSantis what resources the state may need.
• “The administration was adamant on Monday that any strife with DeSantis would not hinder the federal response to a natural disaster, even if there is no direct contact with the governor. Jean-Pierre said Biden had not spoken with DeSantis about the impending storm,” The Hill noted.
• The Washington Examiner noted that Jean-Pierre “dodged multiple questions” about the lack of direct communication between Washington and Tallahassee.

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