The Wright Report 13 JAN 2025: Latest CA Fire Updates // Thinking Like a Spy - Puzzle Pieces From the US and Europe
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Jan 13, 2025 California is facing severe wildfires with alarming trends of arson and looting. The Palisades Fire poses a risk to affluent neighborhoods and has political ramifications for state leaders. Meanwhile, shifts in global politics are highlighted, including notable actions from tech CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk's controversial support for Germany's far-right party. The podcast also examines social media policy changes and rising right-wing movements in Europe, questioning if a revolution is on the horizon.
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Looting and Arson in California Fires
- A looter dressed as a fireman was arrested in California.
- A man with a torch near the Kenneth fire, an illegal immigrant from Mexico, was detained by residents.
Lack of Faith in Law Enforcement
- Homeowners are losing faith in law enforcement due to looters.
- The National Guard has been called in, but questions remain about prosecution and jail time for looters.
Criticism of Mayor Bass
- LA Mayor Karen Bass is criticized for the fire department's understaffing and underfunding.
- The fire chief, Christine Crowley, publicly called out Bass, leading to a reported confrontation.