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Most Americans don’t trust the media because of political biases that have seeped into today’s journalism. Join Straight Arrow News as we break down bias in some of the week’s biggest stories, dissecting how narratives shift based on a news outlet’s left or right political bias. Here, you'll find a balanced approach to presenting the facts — stripped of political opinion — so you can form your own views on issues that matter to you. Welcome to Bias Breakdown™ with your host, Karah Rucker.

California officials are facing intense scrutiny in the wake of the devastating wildfires that broke out in Los Angeles.

Bias Breakdown: Was LA wildfire response failed policy or politicized?

Karah Rucker

Anchor/Reporter

California officials are facing intense scrutiny in the wake of the devastating wildfires that broke out in Los Angeles, causing widespread destruction. The fires, which resulted in the loss of dozens of lives and thousands of homes, have sparked a wave of criticism directed at key figures, including Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, California Gov. Gavin Newsom, D, and Janisse Quinones, head of the state’s Water and Power Department. Bass left for a trip to Ghana on Jan. 4, just two days before the National Weather Service issued warnings of critical fire conditions and strong winds. The Palisades Fire broke…

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