"It's called price gouging. It is illegal. You cannot do it. It is a crime punishable by up to a year in jail and fines." - California Attorney General Rob Bonta on landlords raising rent during emergencies.
"We need a rent freeze and eviction moratorium," said the anti-capitalist collective People's City Council – Los Angeles, emphasizing the urgency for action.
Tenant rights advocate Chelsea Kirk reported over 100 Zillow listings showing rent increases beyond the legal limit in the wake of the Eaton Fire.
Activists argue for immediate legislative actions to support renters suffering due to rampant price hikes in housing amidst major wildfires.
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