Statement record

Rick Scott — Oct 10, 2024

U.S. Senator (R-FL) · Oct 10, 2024

In Fort Myers on October 10, 2024, after an aerial damage tour, Scott said he had spoken with President Biden and was “completely focused on making sure that FEMA, SBA, HUD and USDA are fully funded,” and that he had “demanded that Majority Leader Chuck Schumer immediately reconvene the Senate” for a disaster supplemental. Recovery and appropriations. Not a claim that Republicans blocked climate action.

Analysis notes

Republican senator. In-window. Relief/funding fight is not climate obstruction. Recode 2026-09-03.

Codes

Attacks Federal Response partial — Presses Biden and Schumer on funding speed; not a failed-response conspiracy.
In Window yes — October 10.
Disaster Mention yes — Hurricane Milton recovery in Lee County.
Climate Connection no — No climate framing.