Smelt Fish: Why is Trump attacking Gavin Newsom over the California Dam? [Video]

President-elect Donald Trump has launched a sharp critique of California Governor Gavin Newsom, blaming him for the state’s devastating fires and accusing him of prioritizing environmental policies, including protections for the endangered delta smelt fish, over the needs of Californians.

On his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump claimed Newsom’s refusal to sign a “water restoration declaration” caused inadequate water supplies for firefighting efforts, labeling the situation “a true disaster.”

In response, Newsom’s office denied the existence of such a declaration, emphasizing that the governor is focused on fighting the fires and providing resources to affected communities.

Why This Matters

Trump’s criticism has reignited the longstanding debate over California’s water policies, highlighting tensions between environmental conservation and resource management.

At the …