Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas also noted on Sunday that he's 'incredibly concerned' about misinformation that's spread in the aftermath of two hurricanes.
Washington — Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said Sunday that disinformation surrounding the election, along with false claims about the government's response to recent hurricanes, is 'extremely damaging.
'The misinformation — I should say it's disinformation — false information deliberately spread to impact people's behavior and perceptions, it is extremely pernicious,' Mayorkas said. 'We have individuals in need of assistance, who are entitled to assistance, who aren't seeking it because of the false information.'Hurricane Milton made landfall on Oct. 9 near Siesta Key, Florida, spawning tornadoes across the state and bringing damaging heavy flooding.
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