“No one voted for Elon Musk.”

(They did however vote for Donald Trump who promised repeatedly to have Elon Musk root out wasteful spending in our government.)

JD Vance

LA Can’t Afford to Wait - The Private Sector Must Lead the Rebuild

Los Angeles is my home. I raised my family here and I’ve spent my life building here, creating spaces where people come together. And now, in the wake of the Palisades and Eaton Fires, I’m watching entire communities fight to survive. This is the single biggest disaster LA has ever faced—entire neighborhoods erased, over 40,000 acres reduced to ash, and more than 11,000 homes lost. The economic toll is staggering—more than $250 billion—and it won’t stop at LA’s borders. LA is one of the largest economies in the world, and when this city takes a hit, the entire country feels it.

And let’s be honest: government moves too slowly. We’ve seen it before—bureaucratic gridlock, outdated processes, and endless delays hurting people who need help now. The reality is, our existing systems weren’t built to handle a catastrophe of this scale. Families can’t afford to wait months, let alone years, for solutions. Business owners can’t put their lives on hold. We need speed, innovation, and most importantly, transparency and accountability—to ensure that every step of this process is clear, efficient, and in the best interest of the community.

That’s why I launched Steadfast LA—to bring together the best minds, the strongest resources, and the boldest solutions to rebuild our city. The crisis response playbook we’ve been relying on was written decades ago: in a world before AI, real-time data analytics, and advanced building technology. But we have those tools now, and we must use them. The private sector thrives on cutting through inefficiency and getting things done. That’s exactly what LA needs right now. Our coalition is leveraging the resources of major companies in design, financing, technology, and real estate development to do what government simply can’t do fast enough—like burying power lines to reduce future fire risks and streamlining rebuilding with AI. We need leaders who specialize in execution, working alongside the government but not waiting on it, to tackle these challenges head-on.

The hard truth is that LA’s infrastructure and response systems are outdated. Government agencies are one to two generations behind when it comes to using new technology in recovery efforts. They don’t have the tools to act with the speed and efficiency this crisis demands. But we do. Steadfast LA is making sure the latest innovations—like AI-driven construction planning, advanced materials that make homes more fire-resistant, and real-time logistics management—are part of the rebuild from day one. We are committed to pushing these solutions forward and pressuring government to move faster, not hold us back.

Steadfast LA is nonpolitical, action-driven, and built on transparency and accountability. That means if we see inefficiency, we will call it out. If government agencies stall or mismanage resources, we will push for better solutions. If bureaucracy stands in the way of progress, we will fight to cut through it. The challenges to rebuilding fast and correctly are daunting. The cleanup is an environmental crisis. Toxic ash, hazardous chemicals, and heavy metals contaminate the soil and air, posing health risks. Destroyed vegetation increases the threat of mudslides and erosion, while fire debris can pollute water supplies. Delays could worsen the damage—we need swift, science-backed solutions like efficient debris removal, soil remediation, and reforestation to protect LA’s future. (1/2)

Rick J. Caruso

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(2/2) In the Palisades and Altadena, cleanup efforts already underway are too slow. At the current pace, it could take over a year just to clear debris, leaving families in limbo. Some homeowners are even paying private contractors out of pocket to dig through toxic ash and recover valuables. That’s unacceptable. We need an organized, fast-moving strategy that only the private sector can deliver. Scammers, unlicensed contractors, and predatory landlords are circling vulnerable families, taking advantage of the chaos. Homeowners need a trusted, centralized hub to connect them with reputable builders, navigate the insurance nightmare, and access financing options. Government can’t move fast enough to provide this level of coordination—but the private sector can.

That’s just to start. We need to make sure there is an insurance system in place so people can afford to live in these communities. We cannot let opportunistic investors or other political forces push policies that ruin the character of these great communities. Possibly most importantly, we must ensure this never happens again. Cities around the world have already adopted smarter land management, zoning reforms, and fire prevention technology. LA is behind. We can’t wait for another disaster to act. That’s why Steadfast LA isn’t just rebuilding—we’re future-proofing.

This is why Steadfast LA exists. We’re here to bypass red tape, drive real solutions, and act with the urgency this moment demands. We will work with government when possible, but we will not wait for them. This is about getting results now—not years from now. LA doesn’t have time for slow-moving government bureaucracy. So we’re taking action. Join us today at steadfastla.com.

Rick J. Caruso

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BREAKING! US Attorney General Pam Bondi has ordered the Department of Justice to pause all federal funding to sanctuary cities.

Bondi also instructed the DOJ to assess NGOs that may be aiding and abetting illegal migrants.

Additionally, the Justice Department will be investigating instances of sanctuary jurisdictions obstructing immigration efforts, and has ordered prosecutions to be pursued when deemed necessary.

Read more: https://thepostmillennial.com/breaking-us-attorney-general-pam-bondi-orders-doj-to-pause-federal-funding-to-sanctuary-cities

Anyone surprised that we have yet another politician bashing the hard working men and women of law enforcement?

Allow us to introduce Alderman Henry Heck who spread out right lies about the brave Rutland (VT) police officers and even went as far as to violate the conditions of their contract negotiations.

Alderman Heck has no business being in a position of power and is a disgrace to their Board.

If Heck had a shred of integrity, which history shows he doesn’t, he would resign his position and immediately terminate his mayoral campaign.

California is removing red tape and suspending regulatory barriers to fast-track cleanup efforts and help Los Angeles quickly recover and rebuild.

I’m committed to assisting the Los Angeles community recover from these fires, not hindering their efforts.

Read more: http://www.gov.ca.gov/2025/02/05/icymi-governor-newsom-cuts-red-tape-to-help-los-angeles-quickly-recover-and-rebuild/

Governor Newsom

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⚠️Traffic Advisory⚠️

Los Angeles: A group of demonstrators has assembled on the Spring St side steps of City Hall. 

Due to the rain we ask that drivers use extreme caution while the LAPD protects the 1st Amendment rights of all participants.

LAPD Central Division

Tennessee: One officer is injured and multiple people have been detained after a fight broke out at Crosstown Concourse on Tuesday.

At 4:00 p.m., officers responded to a disturbance inside of a business located at Crosstown Concourse. While on the scene a large fight broke out and officers detained four people.

WREG has learned that one of the people detained was Shelby County General Sessions Court Clerk, Tami Sawyer.

Sawyer spoke briefly with WREG and said she was detained by police but did not say for how long.

Sawyer and another individual were released without charges and two remain detained.

An officer was injured and taken to Regional One in non-critical condition.

Please join us in sending prayers and, or, positive thoughts for his recovery. 🙏🏽

https://wreg.com/news/officer-injured-in-large-fight-at-crosstown-concourse/

Press Sec. Karoline Leavitt: "I can confirm that the more than $8 million taxpayer that have gone to essentially subsidizing subscriptions to Politico will no longer be happening."

"The DOGE team is working on canceling those payments now."

The liberal lapdogs in the media were actually being PAID with your taxes to spew the nonsense of the Democrats.

A 51-year-old New York resident alien who worked as a school aid at a school for autistic children pleaded guilty to felony charges and is facing possible deportation. The big question is, will NY leftists protect him?

Read more: https://lawenforcementtoday.com/resident-alien-convicted-of-torturing-autistic-boy-at-new-york-private-school-by-grabbing-and-swinging-him-by-testicles

Los Angeles: Units with riot gear responding code to Arroyo  & Glenoaks to the student protest turned sideshow

LA Scanner

DEVELOPING! New research from NASA shows that the Palos Verdes Peninsula, an area in the South Bay and home to cities like Rancho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills Estates and San Pedro, is shifting toward the ocean.

Read more: https://trib.al/ROFav4J​

*NEWS INTERRUPTION*

The Waco Police Department, Texas, sadly announced the death of Officer Marshall Hobbs. He was an Army Veteran and joined the department in January 2021.

Rest Easy Brother. Prayers for his family of blue and blood. 🙏🏽

With this Executive Order, every school receiving taxpayer dollars will jeopardize their funding if they allow men in women’s sports.

Promises made, promises kept! 🇺🇸

Margo Martin

BREAKING! 43% of Angelenos residents now say they would consider voting Republican.

Gloria J Romero: "I'm not surprised... I walked away from the Democrats; many people are now looking for a common-sense alternative. 43% now and, I believe, growing."