Independent investigative journalist Anthony Cabassa joins us to discuss the latest on the Palisades Fire suspect—a climate activist who, as he describes it, "went over the edge"—and explains how the blaze could have been prevented. While Anthony acknowledges that climate change is real, he notes that activists and politicians often go overboard in their responses. He also breaks down California's Proposition 50, which could soon pass and grant Governor Gavin Newsom sweeping emergency powers over redistricting and state resources. According to Anthony, Newsom's aggressive push for the measure isn't just a reaction to potential threats from Donald Trump or Texas neccessarily—it's a planned move to consolidate control ahead of key votes. As an independent journalist, Anthony reports stories without injecting his personal views, but in this episode, we specifically asked for his insights on these charged topics.