Biden visited Florida to survey damages from the deadly storm.
In addition, studies show a link between rapidly intensifying hurricanes such as Ian and global warming, due to warming sea and air temperatures, among other factors.
Biden also reaffirmed the federal government's commitment to aid following one of the most powerful storms ever recorded in the U.S.building hurricane-resistant communities as well as on the difficult – and often emotional – choices people face when deciding whether to leave their homes or stay and rebuild in the face of devastating storms.
While DeSantis and other Republican politicians in Florida have historically objected to major climate policy, "those leaders want federal help to rebuild their state — but don’t want to discuss the underlying problem that is making hurricanes more powerful and destructive," The New York TimesThe White House and DeSantis have appeared conciliatory as southwest Florida reels from Ian.
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