Mel Gibson Criticizes Newsom on Wildfire Response

In a recent episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, actor Mel Gibson criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom for his management of the wildfires devastating Los Angeles, claiming he has failed to uphold promises regarding forest maintenance and wildfire prevention. Gibson expressed deep concern for his Malibu home, which is threatened by the ongoing fires, describing the scene as an 'inferno' based on videos from his son, a volunteer firefighter. He asserted that California's current state reflects 'earmarks' of societal collapse, referencing Jared Diamond's book 'Collapse: How Societies Choose to Fail or Succeed.' Gibson's comments resonate with a growing public frustration over the state's handling of fire safety amid increasing wildfire incidents. He also suggested that the allocation of state funds has not prioritized necessary fire prevention measures, which could have mitigated the crisis. Ultimately, he hinted at potentially leaving California if the situation does not improve, although he has another home in Costa Rica.