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Wildfires Devastate Los Angeles Area, Fueling Political Conflict and Social Inequality

Intense wildfires in Los Angeles have resulted in fatalities and property destruction, intensifying political disputes and highlighting social inequalities in affected communities.

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Los Angeles wildfire evacuees face price gouging after officials warn of predatory businesses, landlords

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Schiff Calls for Independent Commission to Investigate Wildfire Response

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Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass 'not worried' about supposed 'animosity' between Trump and California

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LA wildfires: stronger winds threaten further destruction, officials warn

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Altadena, small LA-area town, decimated by Eaton Fire

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16 Dead, 16 Missing As Fire Crews Try To Corral Los Angeles Blazes Before Winds Return This Week

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Live updates: Trump blasts ‘incompetent’ officials, FEMA admin says fires shouldn’t be politicized

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Criswell says Los Angeles area ‘very prepared’ for fires, not prepared for ‘100 mile-an-hour winds’

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FEMA Chief Criswell: Climate Change to Blame For California Wildfires

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Gavin Newsom hits back at Trump over wildfire blame game, urges him to visit LA: ‘Take a look for himself’

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L.A. is bracing for the return of more powerful winds as fires continue to burn

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Newsom says California wildfires will be one of the worst natural disasters in U.S. history

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‘What’s wrong with them’: Trump slams ‘incompetent pols’ in California as LA fire death toll climbs to 16

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California's Wildfires Are Likely Leaving Deeper Inequality In Their Wake

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FEMA administrator says L.A. officials were "very prepared" for wildfires, but "they have never seen 100-mile-an-hour winds"

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California relying on prisoners, Mexico to provide firefighters to battle Los Angeles wildfires

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Gavin Newsom, On Meet the Press, Blasts Trump’s ‘Incomprehensible’ Politicizing of Wildfires – Rips Him for ‘Threatening Our First Responders’

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The California wildfires could be leaving deeper inequality in their wake

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Trump blasts ‘incompetent’ officials as wildfires rage on

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Schiff Calls for 'Independent Commission' to Investigate CA Wildfire Response

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Gov. Gavin Newsom slams Trump's disinformation about California wildfires

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Newsom announces executive order centered around rebuilding post-fires

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Exclusive -- Firefighter Blasts Lack of Resources: 'We Could Have Saved Buildings Like Caruso Did'

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LA wildfires update: Critical fire risk threatens California for days

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FEMA’s Criswell: Fire Risks Increasing a Result of Climate Change

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Gov. Gavin Newsom slams Trump's disinformation about California wildfires

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Newsom suspends landmark environmental laws to ease rebuilding in wildfire zones

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The California wildfires could be leaving deeper inequality in their wake

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Mary Trump attacks Donald's "sordid history" of hampering natural disasters

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House Republican Threatens To Withhold Disaster Aid From California Amid Deadly Wildfires

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Trump: Calif.'s 'Incompetent Pols' to Blame for 'Death, Catastrophe'

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Trump: Calif.'s 'Incompetent Pols' to Blame for 'Death, Catastrophe'

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Trump: Calif.'s 'Incompetent Pols' to Blame for 'Death, Catastrophe'

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GOP rep suggests California relief aid should be withheld over state policies

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Dem senator warns ‘LA fires are preview of coming atrocities,’ claims Trump bought off by ‘Big Oil’

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Politicians quibbling as LA burns: Gavin Newsom’s latest beef with Trump

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Newsom to Trump: 'Respect the pleas of 40 million Americans'

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Dem senator warns 'LA fires are preview of coming atrocities,' claims Trump bought off by 'Big Oil'

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Newsom invites Trump to California, urges against politicizing 'human tragedy,' disseminating 'disinformation'

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Sunday shows preview: Wildfires rage through Southern California; GOP tackles Trump agenda

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Trump and Newsom are feuding over LA wildfires. It's nothing new

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Newsom responds to those angry over wildfire response by pointing finger at local leaders, Trump

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As Trump blames Democrats for wildfires, Newsom invites him to see the damage firsthand

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Intense wildfires in Los Angeles have caused at least 16 fatalities and significant property loss. President Biden pledged federal assistance, while Governor Newsom urged political unity. The fires have devastated the historically diverse Altadena community, which now faces challenges in recovery amid fears of gentrification. Local leaders stress the urgent need for equitable disaster relief, while residents express concerns over their future in an area that has sustained generations of Black families. Degraded infrastructure, unsafe drinking water, and ongoing political conflict complicate recovery efforts as community members band together to rebuild.

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