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Gov. Gavin Newsom slams Trump's disinformation about California wildfires

www.nbcnews.com Gov. Gavin Newsom slams Trump's disinformation about California wildfires

Newsom’s response on NBC News’ “Meet the Press” followed an invitation to the president-elect to tour the devastation.

Gov. Gavin Newsom slams Trump's disinformation about California wildfires

Summary

California Gov. Gavin Newsom criticized Trump for spreading false information about California wildfires, including claims about blocked water flow and FEMA funds.

Trump alleged Newsom prioritized protecting a fish species over water access and linked it to the fires.

Newsom called these claims inaccurate and incomprehensible, urging Trump to visit California and witness the devastation firsthand.

At least 16 people have died in the fires, and Newsom expressed concern over potential delays in federal disaster aid due to Trump’s history of withholding aid from states he opposed.

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