California Wildfire Recovery Efforts: LA County Supervisor Seeks Federal Aid A meeting between Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, and President Trump has yielded a glimmer of hope for wildfire-ravaged regions in the state. Supervisor Barger expressed gratitude for the President's willingness to discuss recovery efforts, which have been severely impacted by recent devastating wildfires. However, she also highlighted that other states are now seeking assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), underscoring the scope of the disaster. As lawmakers continue to navigate the complex process of securing federal aid, residents affected by the wildfires remain anxiously awaiting relief and support.
Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger (R) on Friday thanked President Trump for meeting with her and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass (D) about wildfire recovery efforts, but noted that other states are "in line" requesting assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Barger told CNN's Elex Michaelson that she spoke with lawmakers on...