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L.A. Mayor Karen Bass Reflects on the Palisades Fire Aftermath
In a significant turn of events, L.A. Mayor Karen Bass offered her first in-depth television interview in over six weeks, addressing the ongoing recovery efforts following the devastating Palisades fire. This notable interview, broadcast on Fox 11, garnered attention due to the timing, 43 days after the fire ignited, and the circumstances surrounding her absence during the crisis.
The mayor expressed her profound regret for not being present for her city during a critical moment. "I felt absolutely terrible not being here for my city," Bass recounted, revealing the emotional toll of her diplomatic trip to Ghana amid dangerous winds predicted for Los Angeles.