President Trump has criticized insurance companies, particularly State Farm, for neglecting Southern Californians impacted by last year’s wildfires. In a pointed message on Truth Social, he described State Farm and similar firms as “terrible,” highlighting their failure to support homeowners who have diligently paid their premiums over the years.
He expressed frustration, stating, “People have been paying high premiums for years, only to find that when tragedy strikes, these horrible companies are not coming to their rescue.”
Moreover, Trump announced that he has instructed Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin to compile a report identifying companies that have met their obligations and those that haven’t. He noted, “Some people are surprised when they hear the name, but in the world we live in, nothing really surprises us.”
He mentioned the government is actively looking into the issue. “State Farm and other organizations should coordinate their actions and treat people fairly,” he added.
The president’s statements come amid ongoing tensions with California’s leadership, especially Governor Gavin Newsom, whom he has often blamed for the aftermath of the fires. Trump had previously issued an executive order in January aimed at accelerating rebuilding efforts in Los Angeles a year post-wildfire.
Criticism has also been directed at Gov. Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass for delays in reconstruction of homes lost in the Pacific Palisades and Eaton fires—record-breaking wildfires in the city’s history. Trump argued that environmental policies, like water restrictions meant to protect the Delta smelt, have hindered firefighting efforts and that local bureaucratic issues are obstructing reconstruction.
State Farm has been approached for their comments regarding this situation.
