Mayor Bass faces backlash for traveling abroad during devastating LA wildfires

Just a year before taking office, she told the New York Times that her travels would be limited to places like DC and New York. But this year alone, she’s already traveled internationally five times, including that trip to Ghana.
The wildfires have been devastating, killing several people and destroying homes. Bass was in Africa celebrating the inauguration of Ghana’s 14th president, John Dramani Mahama, just days before the fires started.
Critics are not holding back. They’re calling for her resignation, and even some of her supporters are upset. The fires have claimed at least 16 lives, and many are questioning her leadership.
Firefighters, who backed her opponent in the last election, are saying she cut their budget, making it harder for them to fight the flames. The city’s fire chief has also expressed concerns about the lack of support from city leaders.
As the fires rage on, people are wondering how Bass can regain their trust. A political consultant even said it’s crucial for a mayor to be present during a crisis like this.
Since returning, Bass has been urging her constituents to stay united and promised to review what went wrong once the fires are under control. She claims she was in touch with people back home almost the entire flight from Ghana and rushed to the affected areas as soon as she landed.