In a recent briefing, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre addressed the devastating wildfires raging across the U.S., particularly in California. She expressed the Biden administration’s commitment to supporting affected states with federal resources and disaster relief.

Jean-Pierre acknowledged the severity of the ongoing fires, which have destroyed thousands of homes and forced mass evacuations, especially in California, where the wildfires are being deemed the deadliest in history. She emphasized the importance of immediate action to combat climate change and improve wildfire preparedness, citing increased federal funding for firefighting efforts and recovery programs.

The Press Secretary reiterated President Biden’s stance on climate action, urging continued collaboration between state, local, and federal agencies to mitigate the damage caused by these catastrophic fires.