President-elect Donald Trump’s impending inauguration has sparked a political dispute in Washington over federal aid for fire-ravaged Los Angeles, with House Speaker Mike Johnson suggesting consequences for California’s leadership during the wildfires. California Democrats criticized Johnson for politicizing the disaster, while Trump intensified his feud with the state by demanding the release of water and tying future wildfire funding to raising the debt ceiling. House Democrats rejected any conditions for disaster assistance, emphasizing the need to prioritize relief efforts over political leverage.
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GoFundMe removes fundraising campaigns for accused Ukrainian refugee killer
GoFundMe removed fundraising campaigns for Decarlos Brown Jr., accused of stabbing Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska to death on a Charlotte light-rail train, citing a policy against fundraisers for individuals charged with violent crimes; donors were refunded. Zarutska, a 23-year-old artist who fled Ukraine, was remembered by her family and local community for her creativity and kindness, while calls for increased public safety have been renewed following the incident. Want More Context? 🔎
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