One Year After Devastating Palisades Fire, Sherman Calls for Continued Federal Support

PACIFIC PALISADES, CA — On January 6, 2026, marking one year since the catastrophic Palisades Fire ravaged Pacific Palisades and surrounding communities, Congressman Brad Sherman (D-CA-32) reflected on the disaster’s lasting impact and urged renewed federal action to aid recovery efforts.

In a statement commemorating the anniversary of the January 2025 wildfire, Sherman highlighted the destructive toll the blaze took on homes and families, noting how quickly lives were upended and neighborhoods transformed.

Sherman credited the Biden Administration’s early disaster declaration for unlocking $7 billion in federal funds that have been used to clear debris, provide temporary housing, and begin rebuilding infrastructure. Additional billions earmarked for broader reconstruction are expected as long as federal support continues.

However, the congressman emphasized that more must be done, especially for underinsured homeowners still struggling to rebuild. He warned that the Trump Administration and congressional Republicans currently oppose supplemental disaster appropriations that would provide direct assistance to families and small businesses affected by the Palisades Fire and other 2025 natural disasters. Sherman called such resistance “wrong and short-sighted,” stressing that disasters do not respect political lines.

“One year later, Pacific Palisades continues to rebuild,” Sherman said, pledging to continue advocating for his community in Washington and ensure federal commitments to disaster response and recovery are fulfilled.