Newsom scraps trip to DC as wildfires burn across Los Angeles County

In the wake of deadly fires in Los Angeles County, Governor Gavin Newsom canceled his planned trip to Washington D.C. for President Jimmy Carter's funeral.

Governor Newsom had intended to celebrate the Chuckwalla National Monument with President Biden but had to cancel as high winds grounded Biden's plane.

During a wildfire briefing, Newsom announced the state's emergency response measures and collaboration with President Biden on securing federal assistance for managing the ongoing fires.

To address the catastrophic Palisades Fire, Governor Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency, demonstrating a swift governmental response to ongoing threats.

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