Democratic Sen. Adam Schiff will not join President Donald Trump on
his visit to California’s wildfire devastation, citing scheduled
nomination votes in Washington, DC. While appreciating Trump’s
visit, Schiff emphasized his commitment to bipartisan efforts for,
California’s recovery.On his first trip of his second term, Trump
will also visit hurricane-hit North Carolina. He criticized the previous
administration’s handling of Hurricane Helene and made inaccurate claims about
California’s water policies worsening fires. Trump’s itinerary includes wildfire-affected
Los Angeles areas and meeting North Carolina communities aided by Samaritan’s Purse.