(FOX40.COM) — Ahead of California Governor Gavin Newsom’s visit to Washington, D.C. on Thursday, he requested more than $33 billion in federal aid for Los Angeles wildfire recovery efforts. • Video Above: Gov. Newsom reflects on Southern California fires six months later
On Jan. 7, 2025, the Palisades Fire erupted in Los Angeles County. It killed 14 people and burned through nearly 24,000 acres, destroying thousands of homes and buildings. The catastrophic fire lasted 24 days before it was finally contained. Nearly a year later, the area still hasn’t recovered.
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On Wednesday, Newsom sent a letter to both Democratic and Republican Congressional leaders on both sides of the aisle to formally request $33.9 billion in federal aid.
“As the fire response has shifted into long-term recovery, the focus is on rebuilding homes, schools, utilities, and critical infrastructure while also supporting small businesses and job growth in the impacted region,” Newsom said in his letter.
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He added, “The federal government plays a critical role as a partner to the state and the victims devastated by this tragedy in this recovery effort. As in past and current disasters, complete recovery is not possible without essential federal aid.”…