How Gavin Newsom Let California BURN

California on Fire: A Man-Made Disaster Under Gavin Newsom

This week on 51-49, James and Melissa O'Connor pull back the curtain on the crises facing California and expose how Governor Newsom’s leadership — or lack thereof — has contributed to unprecedented wildfires and systemic failures. From political dynasties and corporate corruption to mismanaged resources and broken promises, we uncover the disturbing truths behind California’s chaos — and what it will take to rebuild and demand accountability.

0:00 California’s Political Royalty and the Rise of Newsom
2:57 Burned by Neglect: Newsom’s Wildfire Failures
6:50 Newsom’s Corruption and the PG&E Scandal
11:51 Rebuilding California’s Future

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