California is grappling with devastating wildfires that Governor Gavin Newsom warns could be the costliest disaster in U.S. history, with at least 24 reported dead. As high winds exacerbate the situation, there is growing criticism of state leadership and management of the crisis. Newsom has launched a website to combat misinformation while facing backlash over his response to the wildfires. Political leaders are battling on two fronts: addressing the natural disaster and navigating the political fallout, as accusations of negligence and blame-shifting intensify. From calls for a special legislative session to public outcry over his management, the wildfires have sparked a significant political firestorm across California.