Democratic Sen. Adam Schiff will not join President Donald Trump on his visit to California’s wildfire devastation, citing scheduled nomination votes in Washington, DC. While appreciating Trump’s visit, Schiff emphasized his commitment to bipartisan efforts for,
California’s recovery.On his first trip of his second term, Trump will also visit hurricane-hit North Carolina. He criticized the previous administration’s handling of Hurricane Helene and made inaccurate claims about California’s water policies worsening fires. Trump’s itinerary includes wildfire-affected Los Angeles areas and meeting North Carolina communities aided by Samaritan’s Purse.