Morning Wire Insider Exposes California’s Collapse
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Jul 19, 2025 
Dr. Houman Hemmati, a board-certified MD and California political commentator, sheds light on the state's multifaceted crises. He discusses alarming issues like rising crime rates, homelessness, and soaring living costs, attributing them to government policies. Hemmati delves into the clash between local leaders and federal immigration enforcement, revealing tensions in LA leadership over priorities. He also expresses concerns over slow rebuilding efforts post-fires and critiques the ongoing political standoff with the Trump administration, emphasizing its detrimental impact on Californians.
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Commentator’s Personal Crime Victim Story
- Houman Hemmati was personally a victim of vandalism at his home during high crime times.
- This incident illustrates how dire public safety conditions have become in Los Angeles.
California’s Manufactured Crises
- California faces deep crises in public safety with high crime and homelessness and severe affordability issues.
- These problems are largely caused or worsened by state and local government policies.
Local Leaders Escalate ICE Conflict
- California local leaders openly resist ICE enforcement, escalating conflict and complicating federal immigration law enforcement.
- Cooperation between local and federal agencies could have avoided this messy situation.