Schiff’s Comments on California Wildfires and Trump

• On ABC News, Schiff emphasized the importance of cooperation between incoming President Trump and California Governor Gavin Newsom to address the wildfire disaster.

• He stressed that disaster aid should be nonpartisan, saying he’s never considered disaster relief based on whether a state is red or blue.

• Schiff called on Trump to work with California to provide timely resources to fight fires and aid victims, emphasizing “no gap” between them.

Shift in Tone on Bipartisanship

• Just a week earlier, on NBC San Diego, Schiff talked about the need to “reach across the aisle” and work with Republicans on issues like housing, healthcare, and the economy.

• He acknowledged the challenges of balancing standing up to Trump while cooperating for Californians’ benefit.

• Schiff framed some policy areas as having “ample room” for bipartisan solutions if both sides look for cooperation rather than conflict.

Ongoing Opposition and Past Controversies

• Despite calls for bipartisanship, Schiff’s track record shows persistent opposition to Trump:

  • He was censured by the House in 2023 after repeatedly alleging Trump’s 2016 campaign colluded with Russia.

  • Schiff has insisted there was evidence of collusion, citing meetings between Trump’s campaign manager and Russian intelligence and internal polling data exchanges.

  • Schiff maintains the Mueller report’s failure to find proof “beyond a reasonable doubt” doesn’t negate the presence of evidence.

• Schiff was removed from the House Intelligence Committee in 2023 following these controversies.