Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley publicly criticized Mayor Karen Bass for budget cuts she claims hinder firefighting efforts during the city's most destructive wildfire season.
Kristin Crowley, Los Angeles 's first female fire chief, has been embroiled in a public dispute with Mayor Karen Bass over resource allocation amidst the city's most destructive wildfire season. Crowley criticized the city for budget cuts that she says hinder firefighting efforts, while Bass maintains the department has adequate resources.
The conflict highlights tensions within the department, which has faced scrutiny for a perceived frat-house culture and allegations of hazing, harassment, and discrimination. Crowley, appointed by former Mayor Eric Garcetti, has made diversifying the predominantly male department a priority.
WILDFIRE LOS ANGELES FIRE CHIEF MAYOR BUDGET CUTS DISCRIMINATION
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