Newsom Invites Trump to Tour Wildfire Damage

California Governor Gavin Newsom has invited President-elect Donald Trump to visit the wildfire-ravaged Los Angeles area, emphasizing the need for cooperation amid ongoing tensions. In a letter, Newsom stressed the importance of not politicizing the disaster, highlighting the plight of hundreds of thousands displaced by the fires. Trump's recent social media attacks on Newsom's management of the crisis have included calls for the governor's resignation and threats to withhold federal disaster aid unless California reforms its water policies. As the fires have killed at least 10 people and destroyed over 10,000 structures, the economic impact is projected to exceed $50 billion. Newsom's invitation aims to foster a united front in addressing the humanitarian crisis while also addressing criticisms regarding emergency response failures, including insufficient water supply during firefighting efforts. The outcome of this tense exchange and potential collaboration remains unclear as both leaders navigate their differing political agendas.