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Congress Prepares for Controversial Wildfire Aid Debate Amid California Crisis

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Congress Prepares for Controversial Wildfire Aid Debate Amid California Crisis

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  • House lawmakers are preparing for a potential contentious debate on emergency spending after devastating wildfires in Southern California, with damages already exceeding $50 billion.
  • Unlike previous bipartisan efforts for disaster aid, the incoming Trump administration adds uncertainty, with Trump blaming California Democrats for the scale of destruction.
  • Both parties are currently waiting for an assessment of damages and will address funding once the fires are controlled, as FEMA has assured it has enough funds to respond to immediate needs.
  • The debate could be complicated by Trump’s relationship with California officials, notably Governor Gavin Newsom, and ongoing criticisms regarding disaster management.
  • Senate GOP leaders have expressed that attachment of disaster aid to government funding negotiations could face challenges due to conservative demands for budget offsets amid ongoing budgetary pressures.

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