The White House is rejecting criticism that it has failed to respond adequately to the massive flooding in Lousiana.
U.S. President Barack Obama is set to visit Baton Rouge, but U.S. officials have indicated, they do not want his visit to detract from rescue and recovery efforts.
More than 100,000 homes were damaged in what's being described as biblical flooding, and more rain in a few days than Hurrican Katrina.
White House spokesman Josh Earnest says President Obama has been focused on this disaster, even while on vacation:
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