Trump brings the heat at roundtable on California fire aid

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President Donald Trump went toe-to-toe with several Democrats in California on Friday night during a briefing announcing his plans to help provide aid for the state as it recovers from historic fires.

The event started amiably, with Trump announcing he intends to waive all federal permitting requirements that would prevent property owners from beginning to clear their lots and start rebuilding their homes “tomorrow.”

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