Did Budget Cuts Affect Emergency Response To L.A. Wildfires? What To Know About Funding To City’s Fire Department.

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Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass addressed claims of discord with Fire Department Chief Kristin Crowley amid criticism over budget cuts impacting wildfire response. Bass emphasized their focus on combating active fires and stated that any differences would be resolved privately. Despite a $17.6 million budget cut to the LAFD, additional funding for pay raises and equipment was approved. The ongoing wildfires have resulted in at least 11 deaths, with criticism directed at Bass for her emergency response efforts, including a petition for her resignation gathering over 65,000 signatures.

Keywords: Karen Bass, Los Angeles Fire Department, wildfires

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Update At: 1/12/2025

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