A recall campaign against California Governor Gavin Newsom is gaining momentum due to his response to the recent wildfires in Los Angeles.
Organizers are gearing up to file the necessary paperwork soon. They hope to gather enough signatures to push for Newsom’s removal during his second term. The wildfires have wreaked havoc, burning over 40,000 acres and destroying thousands of homes, with at least 24 lives lost.
Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass are under fire for their response. One recall organizer, Randy Economy, expressed frustration over the rising costs of living and crime in California, blaming Newsom for the state’s struggles. He pointed out that the current wildfire crisis shows a lack of preparedness.
Economy mentioned that plans for the recall were already in motion before the fires started, but the urgency has increased. To initiate the recall, they need to file a notice of intent and gather around 1.3 million signatures within five months.
Another organizer, Dr. Houman David Hemmati, criticized Newsom for not having a solid plan for wildfires after years in office. He believes the governor lacks the compassion and leadership needed for California.
Despite surviving a recall attempt in 2021, Newsom is facing renewed challenges. His spokesperson downplayed the latest effort, emphasizing that the governor is focused on managing the fires and recovery, not politics.
Interestingly, an online petition to recall Mayor Bass has also gained traction, with nearly 130,000 signatures. The petition accuses her of mismanagement during the recent crisis.
