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What will be identified as the primary cause of the Los Angeles wildfires by June 30, 2025?
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Trump Blames Newsom for Uncontained Los Angeles Wildfires Amid Water Management Dispute
Jan 8, 2025, 06:23 PM
President-elect Donald Trump has blamed California Governor Gavin Newsom for the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles County, reigniting a long-standing dispute over water management in the state. Trump criticized Newsom for allegedly refusing to sign a 'water restoration declaration' that would have allowed more water to flow from Northern California to the affected areas, claiming that this decision prioritized the protection of an endangered fish, the smelt, over human safety. Trump referred to Newsom as 'Newscum' and stated that he would demand the governor allow more water into California upon taking office. The three major wildfires, which have consumed over 5,600 acres, killed two people, and led to widespread evacuations and power outages, remain 0% contained. Newsom declared a state of emergency in response to the fires, which were exacerbated by drought and strong winds.
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