White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced Friday that “Deportation flights have begun,” releasing a photo of people boarding a military aircraft.
President Donald Trump will tour damage caused by the wildfires as he continues to feud with Gov. Gavin Newsom over his handling of the disaster and federal aid.
In the last few days, firefighters have battled multiple fires in the hills around Los Angeles and Ventura counties. Winds will linger through at least Friday morning, according to the weather service.
The president has had harsh words for state and local leaders in California amid the deadly blazes. He recently suggested that any federal aid could come with strings.