Former President Donald Trump accused California Governor Gavin Newsom of being responsible for the devastating wildfires currently ravaging Los Angeles County. Trump claimed that Newsom refused to sign a water restoration declaration that would have allowed for increased water flow to the affected areas. He argued that Newsom prioritized protecting a fish species called the smelt over the needs of Californians. Newsom denied the existence of the water restoration declaration, calling Trump's accusations 'pure fiction'.
President-elect Donald Trump blamed California Gov. Gavin Newsom for the "apocalyptic" wildfires raging in Los Angeles County.
I will demand that this incompetent governor allow beautiful, clean, fresh water to FLOW INTO CALIFORNIA! He is the blame for this. On top of it all, no water for fire hydrants, not firefighting planes. A true disaster!"Trump's comments come as three major wildfires rip through Los Angeles County, with the largest being the Palisades Fire. The blaze has scorched nearly 3,000 acres and destroyed 1,000 structures, forcing 30,000 residents to flee.
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