Post shared on social media Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has reportedly announced that FEMA workers will be arrested if they obstruct relief efforts.

Verdict: False

That claim is inaccurate.

Fact check:

Mr. DeSantis and his wife, Casey DeSantis, visited the resource center to announce a $1 million fund to support post-hurricane relief efforts. fox 13 Reported. Casey DeSantis shared information about Hope Florida and said Florida is expected to serve as a hub for aid.

A post shared on Facebook claims DeSantis will arrest FEMA workers. The post shared information in black text on a pink and orange background.

The post read: “Breaking news, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced the arrest of FEMA employees who are obstructing Hurricane Milton relief efforts. Great! North Carolina please fire the governor.”

There is no evidence that DeSantis said this. A spokesperson revealed Reuters That the claim is false. DeSantis made it clear that Florida is not like that. rely on FEMA According to, for recovery newsweek. He said the state of Florida itself would lead the relief effort.

DeSantis commented: false alarm Online about what he said. inside press conference, he said: “I think most people are smart about this. You know, we live in a time where if you put shit out there online, people will share it and you can monetize it. That’s exactly right.” (Related: Are toll booths still in place on Hurricane Milton evacuation routes in Florida?)

This is not the first time misinformation about politicians has spread online. Check Your Fact recently debunked claims that Mike Pence supported Kamala Harris in the 2024 election.