Florida Governor Ron DeSantis found himself in a heated exchange with a reporter during a press conference, following questions about President-elect Donald Trump’s comments on the recent wildfires near Los Angeles. The reporter asked DeSantis if he thought Trump was “politicizing” the devastating fires by placing blame on Democratic leaders, including California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.

As the reporter began to ask, “Is it appropriate for a president-elect or a president to be criticizing…” DeSantis swiftly interrupted, cutting off the question. His sharp response highlighted the tense nature of the exchange, as he rejected the notion of criticizing Trump’s remarks. The confrontation underscored the growing political divide surrounding the tragic wildfires, with some questioning whether public figures were using the crisis to further their political agendas. DeSantis’s reaction reflected the heightened emotions and debates surrounding the disaster.