Gavin Newsom Pushes Censorship To Hide Failures Amid California Wildfires

As deadly wildfires continue to devastate California, Gov. Gavin Newsom is more focused on silencing criticism than addressing his administration’s glaring failures. Rather than taking accountability for the state’s poor emergency response, Newsom is pressuring President Joe Biden to crack down on what he calls “misinformation.”

During a video call with Biden, Newsom described online criticism as “hurricane-force winds of mis- and disinformation.” His remarks come as thousands of Californians lose their homes and firefighters battle out-of-control blazes with limited resources. Instead of prioritizing solutions, Newsom is working to control the public narrative.

Fire departments across the state are overwhelmed due to budget cuts and mismanagement. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass’s policies have left the city’s fire department understaffed and ill-equipped to fight massive wildfires. Additionally, Newsom’s refusal to release water from the California Delta has worsened conditions, leaving fire hydrants dry and firefighters scrambling for resources.

Former President Donald Trump criticized Newsom for ignoring critical water management issues. “They send it out to the Pacific because they’re trying to protect a tiny, little fish,” Trump said, highlighting how environmental policies have been prioritized over public safety.

Newsom’s call for Biden to silence dissent is part of a disturbing trend among Democrat leaders to label criticism as “disinformation.” This approach threatens free speech and raises concerns about using federal agencies like the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to suppress political opposition.

Instead of focusing on solutions and supporting first responders, Newsom appears more interested in protecting his political image. This tactic of labeling inconvenient facts as misinformation allows him to dodge responsibility for his administration’s failures.

Californians deserve leadership that prioritizes their safety — not a governor who seeks to silence critics while the state burns.

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