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Could Trump’s ongoing feud with California hinder recovery efforts for L.A. fires?


As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, federal aid to fire-ravaged Los Angeles has become mired in a political battle in Washington. House Speaker Mike Johnson suggested that California’s liberal leadership during the wildfires could lead to consequences in terms of future relief funding, sparking criticism from California Democrats who argue that aid is urgently needed in the wake of the devastating fires. The longstanding feud between Trump and California has also come into play, with Trump criticizing Governor Newsom’s handling of the situation on social media. There are concerns that the upcoming change in administration could impact the ongoing federal funding for disaster relief efforts. President Biden has pledged six months of federal backing for disaster assistance, but the uncertainty remains about whether this commitment will continue once Trump takes office. Despite assurances from the FEMA Administrator that federal law supports Biden’s funding commitments, there are still lingering questions about the fate of future aid for California. Johnson suggested tying disaster relief to other legislative goals, such as raising the debt ceiling, which has prompted strong opposition from House Democrats. As the debate over funding continues, the future of federal aid for wildfire recovery efforts in California remains uncertain.

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