California Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled a $2 billion investment plan for wildfire preparedness at a press conference, declaring a state of emergency to expedite wildfire prevention projects. This includes bypassing regulations under the California Environmental Quality Act to quickly remove flammable debris in forests. The urgency reflects the historical severity of wildfires this year and aims to address criticisms from President Trump regarding California's forest management practices. Newsom asserts this approach will protect vulnerable communities and transform the state's wildfire response strategy.
"These are the forest management projects we need to protect our communities most vulnerable to wildfire, and we're going to get them done."
"This year has already seen some of the most destructive wildfires in California history, and we're only in March."
"My administration has overhauled the state's wildfire approach and fast-tracked forest management projects."
"The governor's action appears to be part of his overall strategy at assuaging President Donald Trump and his allies..."
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