The Palisade Fire is 11% contained and has destroyed more than 23,000 acres, while the Eaton Fire is 15% contained with over 14,000 acres destroyed. The death toll has risen to at least 16 people, and more than 100,000 residents have been evacuated.
FEMA is supporting the National Interagency Fire Center in fire suppression and containment efforts. It is also assisting individuals impacted by the disaster by encouraging them to register for assistance at disasterassistance.gov and contact their insurance companies to determine coverage eligibility for federal programs.
Vice President-elect J.D. Vance stated that the Trump administration is committed to improving disaster relief efforts, particularly in California and North Carolina. He criticized California's governance for poor decisions, such as dry reservoirs and fire hydrants, and emphasized the need for competent federal response to disasters.
President-elect Trump plans to issue executive orders on day one to enforce stricter border control, including allowing Customs and Border Patrol to perform their duties and sending a clear message that illegal immigration will not be tolerated. He also criticized the Biden administration for extending temporary protected status for migrants.
The Trump administration views the economic situation as a 'dumpster fire,' citing high prices, increased federal debt, and rising bond yields. They criticized President Biden for running large peacetime deficits and for policies that have led to economic instability.
There are approximately 100 hostages still held by Hamas in Gaza. Vice President-elect J.D. Vance stated that progress has been made in negotiations due to President-elect Trump's threats of severe consequences for Hamas. The administration plans to enable Israel to eliminate remaining Hamas battalions and impose aggressive sanctions on terrorist organizations.
Mark Zuckerberg is rolling back left-wing fact-checking initiatives on Facebook, moving towards a free market of free speech where users can fact-check information themselves. This shift is seen as a response to government pressure and the incoming Trump administration, with Zuckerberg emphasizing the importance of free speech over censorship.
The Democratic Party is analyzing its loss, particularly with Latino voters, working-class households, women, and young voters. Ken Martin, a candidate for DNC chair, emphasized the need to rebuild the party's image as a champion of working-class families and to focus on issues like crime, the economy, and immigration.
Fox News Sunday 01-12-2025
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices)