President Donald Trump has stated that future federal aid for California’s wildfire recovery will only be provided if the state implements a voter ID law and changes its water management strategies. Trump made these comments while touring hurricane recovery efforts in North Carolina. As of the report, the Eaton fire was 95% contained, and the Palisades fire was 77% contained, but the fires have claimed 28 lives and destroyed numerous properties.
The debate over federal aid with conditions has divided Republicans, with some supporting the idea and others disagreeing. California lawmakers have pushed back against the notion of tying conditions to disaster aid. Trump has criticized California for its water management and voter ID laws, stating that the state needs to release more water and people should have voter ID requirements.
Local leaders have urged Trump to provide federal support without conditions, emphasizing the need for assistance in rebuilding after the devastating wildfires. The debate over federal aid for California’s recovery efforts is ongoing, with both Republicans and Democrats weighing in on the issue.
The situation remains fluid, and updates are expected as discussions continue. The Associated Press has contributed to this report.
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