Topic: Michael Holderness

Former reporter Leanne McAdoo describes the sudden and historic flooding in Siesta Key, Florida, where water rose four feet in 30 minutes. McAdoo details the rescue of her disabled mother and pets while criticizing the lack of local and federal government assistance. Local business owner Michael Holderness joins the conversation to discuss the failure of beach nourishment projects and the community's struggle to recover without adequate leadership or resources.

Michael Holderness, a business owner and Trump delegate in Siesta Key, discusses the local government's failure to provide guidance or debris removal following the hurricane. He suggests that recent beach dredging and "nourishment" projects may have exacerbated the wave impact and flooding. Holderness highlights the community's efforts to unite and help neighbors in the absence of federal or county leadership.