Changes to FEMA could cost the state billions as climate-driven disasters intensify.
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Posted inWorking in America
Undocumented Workers Prepare to Clean Up L.A.’s Fires Amid ICE Raids
As fear mounts, day laborers risk arrest to help the city rebuild and support their families.
Posted inHousing
Shlock and Awe
The Los Angeles fires shine a light on the wretched excess of the very rich.
Posted inLaw and Justice
Incarcerated Firefighters Battle L.A. Blazes While California Upholds Prison Slavery
Firefighting is a rare voluntary role, but the state’s other prisoners still have no choices, making the dangerous work in wildland fire camps more attractive.
Posted inEnergy and the Environment
Donald Trump Is Already Bungling Disaster Relief
But there may be a way for Democrats to save Los Angeles.
Posted inTAP
If Republicans Deny Disaster Aid on Political Grounds …
Today on TAP: How will the next Democratic House respond to the inevitable Florida hurricane?
Posted inVideos
The Prospect Weekly Roundup: California Burning
On our live show, David and Harold talk about their common experiences on the Westside of Los Angeles, epicenter of the terrible wildfires raging across Southern California.
Posted inEconomic Policy
Big Banks Pick Inopportune Moment to Ditch Climate Commitments
As Los Angeles burns, the biggest banks have disclaimed membership in the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Mother Nature won’t take pity on them.
