Los Angeles Mayor Fires Fire Chief Over Wildfire Response

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass fired Fire Chief Kristin Crowley for mishandling the response to wildfires, appointing Ronnie Villanueva as interim chief. Crowley faced backlash for budget cuts, diversity initiatives, and staffing shortages during the fires. The mayor faced criticism for her response to the fires and for travelling to Ghana during the crisis.

Transportation Secretary, DC Fire Chief, FAA Director, and Elon Musk in Conflict

Transportation Secretary and DC's Fire Chief avoid answering questions about acting FAA director after Potomac river plane crash. Former FAA head Mike Whitaker resigned after being pressured by Elon Musk. Musk threatened to sue FAA for fines on SpaceX, leading to Whitaker's resignation on inauguration day.

Assassination Attempt at Trump Rally

Fox News chief political analyst Brit Hume reacts to the Secret Service leading former President Trump off-stage after shots were fired at his rally in Pennsylvania. A special guest at the rally narrowly escaped being hit by a bullet and describes the horrific scene of the assassination attempt.

Texas Fire Chief Dies While Fighting House Fire Amid Wildfires

Fritch Fire Chief Zeb Smith died while fighting a house fire not connected to wildfires in Texas. He had been battling historic wildfires and died facing unforeseen challenges during the rescue operation.