Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass faced criticism for being in Ghana during wildfires in the city and cutting funding to the fire department, leading to an incompetent response to the crisis.
Key Points
Mayor Karen Bass was in Ghana during the wildfires in Los Angeles
She had cut nearly $20 million from the LA Fire Department budget
Residents criticized her response to the crisis
Pros
Awareness raised about the actions of a public official during a crisis
Highlighting the importance of adequate funding for emergency services
Cons
Mayor criticized for being in Ghana during the crisis
Cuts to the fire department budget impacted response to wildfires