Trump Pledges Federal Support After Touring California Wildfire Devastation

The president visited Pacific Palisades and met with officials and residents, promising relief and rebuilding efforts for fire-stricken communities.

President Donald Trump surveyed wildfire damage in Pacific Palisades, California, where over 16,000 buildings were destroyed and 28 lives lost.
Trump promised swift federal aid and committed to easing building regulations to assist residents in rebuilding their homes.
During his visit, Trump and California Governor Gavin Newsom, despite past political tensions, shared a cooperative tone, emphasizing collaboration for recovery efforts.
Criticism arose over Trump's earlier comments suggesting federal aid could be conditional and blaming state water management policies for the fires' severity.
Upcoming rains in Southern California may help with fire containment but could also bring risks of flooding and mudslides due to the dry, scorched terrain.