As devastating wildfires rage in the Los Angeles area, the death toll has tragically risen to 16, with firefighters battling the flames facing extreme conditions. Among those fighting the fires are hundreds of incarcerated individuals, earning as little as $1 an hour for their dangerous work. Kim Kardashian has emerged as a prominent advocate for these incarcerated firefighters, calling for a pay raise and recognizing their contributions as heroic. She has urged California Governor Newsom to increase their wages, emphasizing the hypocrisy of low pay given the high risks they undertake. The situation has drawn attention not only to the challenges faced by the firefighting crews but also to the ethical implications of relying on prison labor during disasters. As California continues to grapple with wildfires, discussions about the treatment and compensation of incarcerated firefighters remain at the forefront.