"Two long-awaited reports about the disaster-relief charity FireAid's distribution of funds have been released to government officials and the public. The 501(c)(3) organization, founded by Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, had been under scrutiny from Republican politicians (including President Trump, who called FireAid a "total disaster") and some residents of fire-ravaged areas in Pacific Palisades and Altadena. They questioned the priorities and effectiveness of grants given out after FireAid raised an estimated $100 million through its flagship benefit concerts in January."
"California Rep. Kevin Kiley (R-Rocklin) said, in a letter calling for an investigation, that "tens of thousands of people in Southern California lost so much in the wildfires, including their homes and loved ones. Americans generously opened their wallets to help the people impacted by the wildfires. Every penny should go towards helping those people rebuild their lives. I am urging the Attorney General to open an investigation into the matter immediately so the people of Southern California can receive much-needed relief.""
Two reports about FireAid's distribution of disaster-relief funds were released to government officials and the public, including a six-month status update and an independent review by Latham & Watkins. FireAid raised an estimated $100 million through January benefit concerts and faced scrutiny from Republican politicians and some wildfire victims in Pacific Palisades and Altadena. The independent law firm concluded FireAid acted in accordance with its mission, maintained strong accountability measures, and provided aid to affected communities. California Rep. Kevin Kiley called for an investigation and urged the Attorney General to open an inquiry. Both documents were sent to local and national officials and the Department of Justice.
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