Newsom Invites Trump Amid Wildfire Misinformation

Southern California is facing a severe wildfire crisis, with at least 16 fatalities and 105,000 people under evacuation orders. President-elect Donald Trump has criticized California officials, particularly Governor Gavin Newsom, for their handling of the situation, labeling them as 'incompetent' and calling for more effective forest management. In response, Newsom has invited Trump to visit the affected areas to witness the devastation firsthand and has launched a website to combat misinformation spreading online about the crisis. Despite these efforts, false claims continue to circulate, including accusations about budget cuts and mismanagement of resources. The wildfires have destroyed over 12,000 structures, with the total damage estimated between $135 billion and $150 billion. Newsom emphasizes the need for cooperative efforts and non-politicization of the tragedy to aid recovery and rebuild efforts.