The Trump administration is encountering multiple legal challenges while Southern California deals with severe flooding and mudslides.
A key legal issue revolves around the “unitary executive” theory, which Trump has invoked to justify actions such as firing officials protected by term limits. Courts have blocked several policies, including funding freezes and restrictions on gender-affirming care.
Meanwhile, an atmospheric river has brought intense rainfall to Southern California, causing widespread flooding and mudslides, especially in fire-affected areas. A dramatic incident in Malibu saw a firefighter narrowly escape an SUV swept into the ocean. Emergency crews continue rescue efforts as both political and environmental crises unfold.
