Mel Gibson laments California leaders ‘asleep on the job’ amid wildfires

Actor Mel Gibson joined a host of Hollywood celebrities calling out the leadership of the Golden State during deadly fires this week

Since the fires broke out on Tuesday, California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles County officials have faced celebrity backlash for their lack of preparedness and response to the crisis as the flames continue to wreak havoc in the area.

The fires left at least 10 dead and more than 10,000 homes and businesses destroyed.

“One always suspects that this could happen. It is thought that the resources and abilities of men and women will be on standby, that they will be able to face any situation that comes, but apparently some people are sleeping on the floor. work, mainly our leaders here,” Gibson said Friday.The Ingraham Angle.”

“But, you know, it’s something they have to live with — but it’s something the community has to live with, and it’s really sad.”

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Gibson was one of many residents whose home was burned by the catastrophic fires.

“It’s tragic. It makes you really sad,” she told Fox News host Laura Ingraham.

“I count my blessings no matter what,” Gibson continued. “These are things, and they may or may not be replaceable, but they’re just things, and we’re still here.”

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As Southern California begins a long road to recovery, Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass they faced criticism over their management in the months leading up to the disaster, including the funding of the fire department and water supply.

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Gibson told Newsom to “spend less on hair gel,” noting that he’s “not a big fan” of executive leadership.

“California has a lot of problems that blow the mind as to why they do things, and then in events like this, you think, well – is it on purpose? What, it’s a crazy thing to think about, but you start to ponder whether or not there is a goal in mind.”