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Los Angeles Mayor Faces Backlash for Firing Fire Chief Amid Wildfire Crisis

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  • Mayor Bass fires Fire Chief Crowley post-wildfires
  • Crowley labeled as scapegoat and truth-teller
  • Union condemns termination, cites unfair treatment
  • Dispute over funding cuts and firefighting response
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  • Crowley's refusal to conduct an after-action report was cited as a reason for her removal by Mayor Bass, indicating a point of contention between the two.
  • Mayor Bass mentioned a reported turmoil between herself and Fire Chief Crowley following the Palisades Fire, suggesting underlying tensions that led to Crowley's termination.
  • The decision to remove Crowley was made after a brief conversation between her and Mayor Bass, highlighting a strained relationship between the two officials.
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  • Mayor Bass clarified that the fire department's budget was not cut during her tenure, with increases in both budgets she managed.
  • She emphasized the importance of public safety and the need for new leadership in the department to better serve the firefighters and residents of Los Angeles.
  • Despite criticism, Mayor Bass announced that Chief Crowley will remain with the LAFD at a lower rank, with duties to be assigned by Interim Chief Villanueva.
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  • Interim Chief Villanueva brings 41 years of experience with the LAFD, retiring as Chief Deputy of Emergency Operations.
  • Upon being presented as interim chief, Villanueva pledged to prioritize preparedness, response, and public safety for Los Angeles residents.
  • President Freddy Escobar of the United Firefighters of Los Angeles City criticized Mayor Bass for removing Crowley, citing long-standing underfunding and resource issues within the department.
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