Sen. Scott, Spencer Pratt Seek Federal Probe California Wildfires

Florida Senator Rick Scott has partnered with reality TV star Spencer Pratt to demand a federal investigation into the January 2025 California wildfires that devastated the Pacific Palisades, resulting in 12 deaths and over $54 billion in damages. Pratt, who lost his home in the fires, has been critical of California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass for their delayed and insufficient response, with both officials postponing local investigations. Scott has requested a briefing from Attorney General Pam Bondi regarding the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives National Response Team’s investigation and pledged to pursue congressional actions to support victims and seek accountability. The collaboration between Pratt and Scott highlights growing frustration among residents and victims, who are calling for transparency and a thorough federal probe into how the fires were handled. Pratt and his wife Heidi Montag have also sued the city of Los Angeles, alleging that water issues hampered firefighting efforts, contributing to the extensive destruction. Both Scott and Pratt emphasize the need to uncover how the fires led to tragic losses, especially among senior citizens, and to ensure such preventable disasters are not repeated.