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Basket's removal of Crowley is framed as a decisive action in the best interest of public safety. In a recent press conference, Mayor Bass emphasized that 1,000 firefighters could have been available to battle the flames but were instead sent home under Crowley’s leadership. Critics quickly pointed out that Bass, who recently traveled to Ghana for four days, ignored severe fire warnings that had been broadcast prior to her trip.
The decision to dismiss Crowley marks the climax of a bitter feud that erupted when the Palisades fire broke out, raising questions about leadership accountability. Crowley’s previous warnings regarding budget cuts, which she claimed would diminish the fire department’s effectiveness, have added layers of complexity to the unfolding narrative.