California Governor Wants Millions More for Wildfire Prevention; Trump Threatens to Cut FEMA Funds
Gov. Gavin Newsom discusses emergency preparedness during a visit to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection CalFire Colfax Station on Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2019, in Colfax, California. On his first full day as governor, Newsom announced executive actions to improve the state's response to wildfires and other emergencies. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli) At a Glance California Gov. Gavin Newsom proposed to spend $305 million for prevention and response to wildfires and other disasters.He also asked President Donald Trump to...