Megyn Kelly sparked outrage by criticizing the weight of three female leaders at the LAFD during the devastating Southern California wildfires. Kelly's comments have drawn heavy criticism, highlighting a broader debate about the priorities of local government in the face of emergencies.
Megyn Kelly , a former Fox News host, has sparked controversy by criticizing the weight of three female leaders at the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) amid the devastating wildfires in Southern California. Kelly, in her podcast on Monday, specifically targeted Fire Chief Kristin Crowley, Training and Support Bureau Commander Jaime Brown, and Deputy Chief in Equity and Human Resources Bureau Kristine Larson.
She called them 'obese' and 'out of shape,' expressing her preference for a 'strong man' to rescue her in a burning building. 'These three women who are at the top there are all, I mean honestly, I'm not trying to be mean, but they're obese,' Kelly stated. 'These are overweight, out of shape women. And the last thing I want to see if I am in a burning building is A) a woman and B) an obese woman,' she continued. Kelly's comments came in stark contrast to remarks made by Larson in a 2019 video, where she emphasized the importance of residents feeling comfortable being rescued by someone they identify with. However, Larson's comments also drew criticism, particularly for her suggestion that fire victims who required carrying out of a burning building should have 'gotten themselves in the wrong place'. \Kelly's weight-shaming remarks have been met with widespread condemnation online. Many users criticized her for her insensitive and inappropriate comments, especially given the ongoing tragedies caused by the wildfires. The LAFD has faced its own challenges, including budget cuts and aging equipment, which have reportedly hampered its ability to effectively respond to the fires. These issues have led to accusations that city officials, including Mayor Karen Bass, have prioritized diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives over essential public services. Reports have surfaced about significant spending on DEI programs while the fire department's budget was slashed. \The wildfires have had a devastating impact on Southern California, claiming at least 24 lives and displacing over 200,000 residents. AccuWeather estimates the damage and economic losses from the blazes could range from $250 billion to $275 billion, making it the costliest natural disaster in U.S. history. As the region grapples with the aftermath of the fires, Kelly's comments have further intensified the debate surrounding the priorities of local government and the allocation of resources in the face of emergencies
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