Golden State Today

Governor Gavin Newsom has been actively seeking federal disaster aid for those affected by the recent firestorms in Los Angeles. During his visit to Capitol Hill, he engaged with both Republican and Democratic leaders from the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate.

"Supporting Americans in their time of need is what this country has always done, and in California’s time of need we are seeking the same support and commitment we have provided others," stated Governor Newsom. He emphasized his commitment to collaborating with all parties to ensure Californians receive necessary resources for recovery.

In a morning meeting, Governor Newsom discussed disaster aid with Representative Tom Cole (R), Chair of the House Appropriations Committee, which is instrumental in determining funding levels for disaster response efforts. Later, he met with New York Senator Chuck Schumer (D), Senate Minority Leader.

These meetings followed a productive day at the White House where Governor Newsom met with President Donald Trump and several bipartisan members of Congress, including California's Congressional Delegation.

The Governor remains focused on aiding Southern California survivors by streamlining processes and providing essential relief measures.