Water is beginning to recede from flooded streets in Tampa, Florida, following Hurricane Milton, with over 1.5 million still without power and at least 17 fatalities confirmed. Efforts are focused on restoring power, clearing debris, and distributing fuel, with major highways and bridges reopened, but areas facing continued flooding risk as rivers rise and emergency response continues. Major flood stages have been reached in several waterways, with ongoing flooding in parts of Florida as rivers continue to swell post-storm, requiring evacuation and property transfer to higher elevations to address extensive inundation of structures and roads.
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Trump nominates ex-Florida attorney-general Bondi after Gaetz exit
President-elect Donald Trump nominated Pam Bondi as attorney-general following Matt Gaetz's withdrawal from consideration. Trump stated that the Department of Justice has been weaponized against Republicans and that Bondi will refocus it on fighting crime. He described Bondi as smart, tough, and an advocate for America First, believing she will do an excellent job as Attorney General. Full Article
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