In the midst of the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, misinformation spread rapidly regarding budget cuts to the Fire Department, leading to outrage from both left and right.
While initial reports indicated a $23 million budget cut to the Fire Department, the reality is more nuanced, including a subsequent salary increase of $53 million.
Critics from both political sides erroneously blamed city leadership for perceived negligence regarding LAFD funding, despite the complex financial negotiations at play.
Wildfires in California saw leaders scrambling to clarify funding sources, revealing a tangled web of budget adjustments that contradict popular narratives about defunding.
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