Current and former officials with the Los Angeles Fire Department are demanding the resignation of LA Fire Chief Kristin Crowley due to mismanagement during the Southern California wildfires. The officials blame Crowley for poor responses and cite budget issues she was aware of before her appointment.
The letter mentions lawsuits related to retaliation, harassment and a hostile work environment under Crowley’s leadership. Crowley argues that budget cuts by Mayor Karen Bass have limited the fire department’s ability to respond to emergencies.