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Mayor Bass says she wasn't given warning on weather prior to Ghana trip

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass faced criticism for traveling to Ghana while wildfires ravaged her city, burning over 57,000 acres and causing 29 deaths.
Bass claimed she was not warned about the severity of the wildfires and stated, 'I felt absolutely terrible not being here for my city.'
Public backlash includes a petition for Bass to resign, with over 170,000 signatures, and remarks from figures like Bill Maher, who called her the 'Nero of American politics.'
An internal investigation is underway regarding the city's fire response, as Bass admitted, 'I think our preparation wasn't what it typically is.

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The Center Square

LA mayor says she 'wasn’t aware' of warnings before fires, blames fire chief

(The Center Square) - Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass said she was not aware of pre-fire warnings that would have meant she should cancel her trip to Ghana as part

2 hours ago·United States

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California Globe

LA Fire Dept. Calls Out LA Mayor Karen Bass For Lying Again Over Wildfire Knowledge – California Globe

The Los Angeles Fire Department refuted a recent statement by Bass on Wednesday, saying that she did indeed have prior knowledge of how bad the Santa Ana winds were going to be before leaving for Africa right before the January wildfires began. Since January 7th, Bass has received scorching criticism for her handling of the wildfire emergency, leading many to call for her resignation. Amongst Bass’ many criticisms tied to the fires includes her …

16 hours ago

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New York Post

LA Mayor Karen Bass’ excuse for being in Ghana as her city burned

Embattled Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has offered a mind-boggling excuse for visiting Ghana as her city was consumed by wildfires, claiming she wasn't aware of warnings and no one told her she "shouldn't have gone on the trip."

1 day ago·New York, United States

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PJ Media

You'll Never Guess Who L.A. Mayor Karen Bass Blames for Her Ghastly Fire Response

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The Daily Caller

Mayor Says She’s Investigating Her Own Trip Abroad While Wildfires Destroyed Her City

Democratic Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass said that her trip abroad during the ravaging wildfires is under investigation by her own office.

2 days ago·Washington, United States

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Fox News

LA Mayor Bass points fingers when grilled on Africa trip amid botched wildfire response

LA Mayor Karen Bass plans to investigate why she was allowed to travel to Ghana as the fire threat loomed over the city last month. Her remarks come as many residents are calling for new leadership.

2 days ago·New York, United States

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