A three-inch-long fish is at the center of a political debate over wildfire management in California as deadly blazes continue in Los Angeles.
President-elect Donald Trump has launched a sharp critique of California Governor Gavin Newsom, blaming him for the state's devastating fires and accusing him of prioritizing environmental policies, including protections for the endangered delta smelt fish, over the needs of Californians.
Most water used in Los Angeles does not come from Northern California but rather from local aqueducts and groundwater. Moreover, the fires' severity was compounded by high winds and smoke, not water shortages.Trump's criticism also appears rooted in broader political and ideological differences. During his presidency, Trump pushed for policies favoring Central Valley farmers, often at the expense of ecological protections.
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