Frank Stallone Criticizes California Leadership Over Crime, Homelessness, and Wildfire Response

The actor describes the state as deteriorating due to poor governance, citing rising crime, unsanitary conditions, and mismanagement of recent wildfires.

Frank Stallone expressed dismay over California's decline, comparing downtown conditions to a dystopian film and criticizing rising crime and homelessness.
He attributed the state’s issues to poor leadership, specifically targeting Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass for their handling of major crises, including recent wildfires.
Stallone criticized Bass for being in Ghana during the January 2025 wildfires, questioning her priorities and accusing her of using the fire chief as a scapegoat for the disaster.
He called for immediate cleanup of homeless encampments and stricter enforcement of laws, referencing Proposition 47 as a contributor to increased petty crime.
Stallone advocated for real estate developer Rick Caruso to run for governor, citing his leadership skills and vision as potential solutions to the state's challenges.