California Republicans are opposing President Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson's proposals to attach conditions to federal disaster aid for wildfire victims. Many GOP House members worry that tying aid to political demands could harm those affected by the recent blazes. Rep. Young Kim highlighted the unacceptability of playing politics with disaster relief, asserting that the needs of Southern California residents must come first. Trump suggested that he may withhold aid until California adjusts its water management, incorrectly blaming conservation efforts for issues with fire hydrant accessibility amid the crisis.
Playing politics with people's livelihoods is unacceptable and a slap in the face to the Southern California wildfire victims and to our brave first responders, Republican Rep. Young Kim said.
I don't think we should give California anything until they let the water run down, Trump told Fox News' Sean Hannity.
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