Trump told Fox News’ Sean Hannity that he may withhold aid to California to recover from devastating wildfires until the state adjusts how it manages its scarce water resources.
Trump has falsely claimed that California’s fish conservation efforts in the northern part of the state are responsible for fire hydrants running dry in urban areas.
“I don’t think we should give California anything until they let the water run down,” he says.
Local officials have said the conservation efforts for the delta smelt had nothing to do with the hydrants running dry as firefighters tried to contain blazes around Los Angeles.
They said intense demand on a municipal system not designed to battle such blazes was to blame.
In a recent statement, former President Donald Trump expressed frustration with emergency authority, claiming that it is “getting in the way of everything.” Trump, who often utilized emergency powers during his time in office, suggested that the current administration’s reliance on such authority is hindering progress and causing unnecessary delays.
Critics of Trump have pointed out that his administration frequently bypassed Congress and used emergency powers to push through controversial policies, such as the construction of a border wall. However, Trump defended his use of emergency authority, arguing that it was necessary to address urgent issues facing the country.
As the debate over emergency powers continues to unfold, Trump’s comments serve as a reminder of the complex and contentious nature of executive authority in times of crisis. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
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