California is suing the U.S. Department of Education in response to drastic workforce reductions that the Attorney General claims are illegal and jeopardize funding for low-income students. Meanwhile, a small tornado in Pico Rivera uprooted trees and damaged properties amidst a storm. Despite its low strength rating, the tornado highlighted the potential for localized damage in urban areas. Both events underscore critical challenges facing education and community resilience in the state.
"This en masse firing exceeds any statutory authority granted by Congress," Bonta said at a press conference announcing the suit, joined by 20 other Democratic attorneys general on Thursday morning.
"We have the potential, ourselves, to preserve this history, to preserve what we lost and make sure that what was destroyed in the fires isn't forgotten," says Emery Dalesio.
Mike Wofford, a meteorologist at NWS, told LAist the tornado measured 0 on the, the lowest rating. While these tornadoes are relatively weak, they can cause moderate damage in densely populated areas.
The department announced Tuesday that it would place 1,350 employees on administrative leave next week. Combined with nearly 600 employees who have accepted voluntary buy-outs or resignations since President Trump took office, that constitutes a cut of almost 50% of the department's workforce.
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