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

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  • 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.

For more details, read the full article at Times of India.

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