FEMA

"We’re going to support all communities."

"White House politics" is responsible for the decision, DeSantis says.

"I'm here with my senior adviser and, uh, boy who knows Louisiana very, very well, man, and New Orleans, Cedric Richmond."

"There's no one better to lead this operation than ... than .... umm ... uh ... Deanne ... uh ... Criswell."

"Clearly, the numbers are enormous. This is a big challenge and it certainly is a reflection of using every lever of the federal government to help address that."

It is unclear exactly how FEMA will help, though the agency has expertise in housing and caring for those left homeless.

FEMA explained the reason for the decision.