Biden's "Fire Away" Comment During Wildfire Briefing Faces Criticism

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1 year ago

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Credited from: INDIATIMES

During a White House briefing on the Los Angeles wildfires, President Biden used the phrase "fire away!" when addressing speakers.
Biden's comments have drawn criticism for being inappropriate given the ongoing disaster affecting thousands of residents.
His remarks included a joke addressed to Vice President Kamala Harris, which elicited surprise from her.
The president defended local officials while placing responsibility on local power companies for issues with fire hydrants.
Critics indicated that Biden's choice of words seemed tone-deaf amid the devastation, as wildfires have burned 30,000 acres and resulted in multiple fatalities.

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