Introduction

As of yesterday evening, Hurricane Ian had killed at least 80 people in Florida and four in North Carolina. Nearly a million people remained without power last night in Florida, and rescue efforts have been ongoing in the southwestern part of the state.

• Plus, the Supreme Court’s new session.
• And, the state offices where election deniers could have the biggest impact.

Guests: Axios’ David Nather and Sam Baker.

Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.

Go Deeper:

• Florida still in "search and rescue phase" as Ian's death toll climbs
• How you can help Hurricane Ian recovery efforts
• Election denial: The offices that matter
• Here are 5 Supreme Court cases to watch this term