Trump Shares Video of Homeless Washing Clothes at LA Fire Hydrant

Former president mocks California governor over homelessness crisis

Apr. 6, 2026 at 2:12pm

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Former President Donald Trump shared a video on social media showing a homeless woman using a fire hydrant to wash her clothes in downtown Los Angeles, mocking California Governor Gavin Newsom's handling of the state's homelessness crisis.

Why it matters

Trump's video is the latest salvo in his ongoing feud with Newsom, as the former president seeks to portray California's Democratic leadership as ineffective in addressing pressing social issues like homelessness. The video has sparked debate over the complex challenges of homelessness and the role of political figures in shaping the public narrative.

The details

The video, which Trump posted on his social media platform, shows a woman using a fire hydrant to wash her clothes on a downtown LA street. The caption reads, 'Los Angeles fire hydrants seem to be working just fine now,' a jab at Newsom's efforts to address homelessness in the state.

  • Trump posted the video on his social media platform on April 6, 2026.

The players

Donald Trump

The former president of the United States, who has been a vocal critic of California's Democratic leadership and their handling of the homelessness crisis.

Gavin Newsom

The current governor of California, who has been working to address the state's homelessness crisis through various initiatives and policies.

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What they’re saying

“Los Angeles fire hydrants seem to be working just fine now.”

— Donald Trump

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing political tensions and the complex challenges of addressing homelessness in California, as both Trump and Newsom seek to shape the narrative and public perception of their respective approaches to the issue.