Biden was caught on a hot mic while visiting Fort Myers Beach, Florida, telling a local mayor that "no one ***** with a Biden."
Biden met face-to-face with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for the first time on Wednesday as he visited the Sunshine State to survey the carnage from Hurricane Ian.
The president was caught on hot mic proclaiming that 'no one f***s with a Biden' during his trip to Florida Wednesday
Biden told Mayor Ray Murphy of Fort Myers Beach that 'you can't argue with your brothers outside the house'
Biden and DeSantis got through their remarks Wednesday without any obvious insults at the opposing sides
They worked together to respond to the storm's devastation despite hurling insults at one another every other day.
Biden even said at one point, in reference to De Santis: 'I think he's done a good job'
Both the president and Florida governor donned navy blue suits, while the first lady wore a beige pantsuit and Casey deSantis sported a dark green skirt.
Biden was greeted by Florida's first couple as he meets with state and local leaders to work together in recovery from the massive storm that left at leas 109 dead +21.
Biden said that affected individuals could be eligible to receive nearly $80,000 for home repairs and auto replacements and repairs.
He also urged Floridians to register with the government to find out if they are eligible for the aid.
Biden's first trip to the Sunshine State this year turned into a show of unity between the Democratic administration and the Republican Florida leadership as they continue a front of working hand-in-hand in hurricane recovery.
Biden and DeSantis
The two have a multitude of differences over a variety of issues including COVID-19, education, immigration policy, and more
Hurricane Ian changed the purpose and tone of Biden's first trip to Florida this year - becoming a moment for bipartisan cooperation
Biden’s first in-person meeting with DeSantis came after a massive storm hit the peninsula state
The president announced Wednesday that the federal government will cover 100 percent of the costs incurred by 'debris removal and emergency protective measures' in Florida for 60 days
This is an extension of the previous 30-day assistance period announced last month when the hurricane hit
The storm caused an estimated $60 billion in damage and thousands were left homeless
It also knocked out power to more than 4 million homes and businesses in Florida and over 1.1 million in North and South Carolina.
The first couple departs the White House en route to Joint Base Andrews, where they will fly to Fort Myers, Florida where they president will survey the damage.
Santis in 2022
DeSantis:
Four men were arrested on charges of burglary of an unoccupied structure during a state of emergency, according to online jail records.
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