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Tue, January 14, 2025

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What the California wildfire destruction means for homeowners and insurance

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Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal 'could be hours away' as negotiators meet in Qatar

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Special Counsel Says Trump Would Have Been Convicted for Efforts to Overturn 2020 Election

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Mon, January 13, 2025

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Defense pick Pete Hegseth repeatedly criticized r .. oving names of Confederate generals from US bases

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California Democrats put on the backfoot as wildfires - and criticism - rage

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Rachel Reeves will remain as chancellor until next election, Downing Street clarifies

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California Democrats put on the backfoot as wildfires - and criticism - rage

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^{Published in Politics and Government on Monday, January 13th 2025 at 21:00 GMT by Reuters}

For California Governor Gavin Newsom and other Democratic leaders in the left-leaning state, the still-raging wildfires could have been a chance to showcase their competence and unity with the White House in dealing with a natural disaster.

The article from Reuters discusses the political fallout in California following the devastating wildfires in 2025. Democrats in the state, who have long championed environmental policies, are facing significant backlash due to the perceived inadequacy of their response to the wildfires. Criticism has been mounting from various quarters, including residents, environmental groups, and even some within their own party, who argue that the state's forest management and emergency response strategies have been insufficient. The wildfires, exacerbated by climate change, have led to widespread destruction, displacement, and loss of life, putting Governor Gavin Newsom and other state leaders on the defensive. They are now under pressure to reassess and possibly overhaul their approach to wildfire prevention, emergency management, and climate resilience. This situation has complicated the political landscape, with calls for bipartisan solutions and increased federal aid, highlighting the intersection of environmental policy, emergency management, and political accountability.

Read the Full Reuters Article at:
[ https://www.reuters.com/world/us/california-democrats-put-backfoot-wildfires-criticism-rage-2025-01-14/ ]

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