Newsom uses LA fires to criticize President Trump’s reversal of Biden-era climate emissions standards

In a bold statement, Governor Gavin Newsom pointed fingers at President Donald Trump, attributing the devastating Los Angeles fires to climate change. Newsom urged skeptics to trust their own observations, stating, “If you don’t believe in science, believe your own damn eyes.” This declaration came in response to Trump’s recent executive orders that rolled back key environmental policies put in place by former President Joe Biden.

Trump’s decision to withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement, a global treaty aimed at reducing emissions by 61-66% by 2035, has been met with criticism from Newsom and other Democratic lawmakers. They argue that such actions contribute to environmental disasters like the catastrophic wildfires currently ravaging the West Coast.

Despite these claims, some Californians have expressed frustration with local officials for neglecting basic infrastructure needs, such as malfunctioning fire hydrants in fire-impacted areas. Assembly Minority Leader James Gallagher criticized Newsom for failing to provide strong leadership during this crisis, emphasizing the importance of well-funded emergency services.

Actor Michael Rapaport and filmmaker Justine Bateman also called out Newsom for prioritizing political agendas over essential services like fire and police departments. They argue that the focus should be on “fire-proofing” the state rather than “Trump-proofing” it.

Newsom extended an invitation to Trump to visit the affected areas in California, in hopes of highlighting the urgent need for action on climate change. Trump, in response, announced plans to visit southern California later in the week, marking his first trip to the state since taking office.

As the debate over climate change and its impact on natural disasters rages on, it is clear that the need for effective leadership and responsive governance is paramount. The devastating wildfires serve as a stark reminder of the urgent need to address environmental challenges and invest in essential services to protect communities from future disasters.

This article was rewritten by Aubrie Spady for Fox News Digital, highlighting the ongoing debate surrounding climate change, leadership, and disaster response in the face of the California wildfires.