A Change.org petition demanding the resignation of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has surpassed 100,000 signatures amid ongoing wildfires that have ravaged Southern California. Critics accuse Bass of mismanagement and absentee leadership during the crisis.
A Change.org petition demanding the resignation of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has surpassed 100,000 signatures as wildfires continue to devastate Southern California. Started by a user identified as 'Frustrated Californian,' the petition accuses Bass of 'gross mismanagement' and a lack of leadership during the crisis.The petition points to Bass ' diplomatic trip to Ghana, which left her out of the country when the fires erupted.
It also criticizes the city’s preparation and resource allocation, including water shortages and underfunding of emergency services. 'Families have been displaced, homes destroyed, and livelihoods shattered—yet Mayor Bass has been absent from the front lines,' the petition reads.Calls for Mayor Bass’ resignation intensify as Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley says budget cuts hindered the department’s wildfire response. 'My message is the fire department needs to be properly funded,' Crowley told FOX LA. 'It's not.' The Palisades, Eaton, Hurst, and Lidia fires have burned over 30,000 acres, killed at least 11 people, and destroyed more than 10,000 homes. Hurricane-strength winds and dry conditions exacerbated the disaster, forcing over 180,000 residents to evacuate.Water shortages across the city have hindered firefighting efforts, leading Gov. Gavin Newsom to launch an investigation into the Department of Water and Power.Bass returned to Los Angeles on Wednesday after her trip to Ghana and defended her leadership during the crisis. 'Although I wasn’t physically here, I was in touch with many of the individuals standing here throughout the entire time,' Bass said.She emphasized her commitment to saving lives and homes, promising a comprehensive review of the city’s response once the fires are contained. 'LA has to be strong, united,' Bass said Thursday. 'We will reject those who seek to divide us and seek to misinform.'The petition has garnered support from both frustrated residents and high-profile figures. Actress Sara Foster and Elon Musk publicly called for Bass to resign, with Musk labeling her 'utterly incompetent' on X. Actor James Woods criticized Bass and Newsom, blaming poor fire management rather than climate change for the crisis. Actress Sarah Michelle Gellar voiced frustration on Instagram over evacuation gridlock and a lack of preparedness, highlighting growing public backlash.The wildfires have become a defining crisis for Mayor Bass’ tenure. With mounting pressure from critics and ongoing calls for her resignation, Bass faces an uphill battle to restore trust and lead the city’s recovery.Meanwhile, Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley has stressed the need for increased funding and resources to ensure the city is better prepared for future disasters.Bass has pledged a 'deep dive' into the city’s response once the fires are contained, but for many Angelenos, the damage is already done.
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