Democratic Sen. Adam Schiff will not join President Donald Trump on his visit Friday to see the devastation of the wildfires in California.

A spokesperson for Schiff told reporters that the lawmaker must stay in Washington, DC, for nomination votes rather than helping his state.

Senator Schiff greatly appreciates the President’s visit to see the devastation of these wildfires firsthand and the invitation to accompany him,….

Democratic Senator Adam Schiff will not be joining President Donald Trump on his visit to California this Friday to witness the destruction caused by the state’s ongoing wildfires.

A spokesperson for the lawmaker stated that Schiff must remain in Washington, DC,

to participate in crucial nomination votes, preventing him from accompanying the President during the tour of the affected areas.

The spokesperson emphasized that Senator Schiff greatly appreciates the President’s decision to visit California and assess the wildfire damage firsthand.

Additionally, Schiff expressed his gratitude for the invitation to join the President, but his voting responsibilities in the Senate must take precedence.

As California continues to grapple with the devastating impacts of the wildfires,

local leaders and residents have expressed the importance of federal support and resources.

However, with the current legislative schedule in Washington, Senator Schiff’s role in the Senate takes priority,

leading him to forgo the opportunity to visit the disaster zone alongside the President.

The wildfires have ravaged large areas of California, destroying homes, businesses, and large swaths of forested land.

The state’s leaders are calling for urgent action and federal assistance to address the long-term recovery and rebuilding efforts in the wake of the disaster.