Mayor Karen Bass’ office criticized a report Wednesday that said she directed the watering down of an after-action report that detailed failings of the Los Angeles Fire Department regarding last year’s deadly Palisades Fire. It is dangerous and irresponsible for Los Angeles Times reporters to rely on third-hand unsourced information to make unsubstantiated character attacks to advance a narrative that is false,” the statement continued. The Times reported that Bass held onto the original draft until after changes were made. Clara Karger, a spokeswoman for Bass’ office, previously said “The report was written and edited by the Fire Department. The Times first reported the after-action report was altered after reviewing seven drafts before the final report was issued on Oct. 8, 2025.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 05, 2026 02:44 UTC