# ![@RickCarusoLA Avatar](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:26/cr:twitter::1363985661536002049.png) @RickCarusoLA Rick J. Caruso

Rick J. Caruso posts on X about los angeles, in the, california, this is the most. They currently have [------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [---] engagements in the last [--] hours.

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### Social Influence

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[los angeles](/topic/los-angeles) 22%, [in the](/topic/in-the) 13%, [california](/topic/california) 8%, [this is](/topic/this-is) 7%, [politics](/topic/politics) 6%, [sector](/topic/sector) 5%, [business](/topic/business) 4%, [to the](/topic/to-the) 4%, [red](/topic/red) 4%, [step](/topic/step) 4%

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### Top Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours

"It was a good night in CA when Prop [--] won and protected our rights in Congress. CA was going to unfairly lose power in DC which is why I was glad to play a part in helping get Prop [--] passed by reaching out to voters in LA. I hope we can now move past political process fights and fix the many problems in our nation state and city"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1985942660461601272)  2025-11-05T05:30Z 54.6K followers, 541.1K engagements


"Always great to have my old pal @PeteButtigieg in the office"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1999170805289419090)  2025-12-11T17:33Z 54.6K followers, 74.3K engagements


"I am very excited by my good friend @MattMahanSJ decision to run for Governor.Matt is a practically minded moderate and a thoughtful leader brimming with innovative new ideas. He is a proven manager with exactly the skill set I think California needs to get on the right track. I have encouraged him to run and Im delighted he is entering the race"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/2016901150004670799)  2026-01-29T15:48Z 54.6K followers, 71.7K engagements


"Thirty years after building The Commons were back in Calabasas breaking ground on the next chapter. Thousands of construction and permanent jobs are coming to a city thats well run safe and clean. When business and local leadership work together the right way it creates opportunity for everyone. Our leadership in LA needs to learn from neighboring cities how to create economic growth that lifts up everyone"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/2021319136534814757)  2026-02-10T20:23Z 54.6K followers, 15.4K engagements


"Todays @latimes report is an absolute outrage. Karen Bass actively covered up a report meant to examine the most significant disaster in Los Angeles history. When it comes to life safety matters this is no longer a matter of making poor judgement apologizing and moving forward. This is a complete loss of public trust and an intentional act of covering up the actions that led to people dying. Everyone should read this article and consider what action is warranted. She has completely failed us. For weeks Mayor Karen Bass has denied that she was involved in altering an after-action report on the"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/2019140241337250291)  2026-02-04T20:05Z 54.6K followers, 227K engagements


"New reporting from the @latimes reveals the Palisades fire was preventable. Firefighters wanted to stay and contain it but were ordered to leave. The result: devastation across the community. Its time for an independent investigation and real accountability. Read the article: https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2025-10-30/firefighters-ordered-to-leave-smoldering-palisades-burn-site https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2025-10-30/firefighters-ordered-to-leave-smoldering-palisades-burn-site"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1984384092834840641)  2025-10-31T22:16Z 54.6K followers, 265.1K engagements


".@MattMahanSJ is the only proven candidate in this race with real leadership experience in the private sector and as mayor of our third largest city. Hes a doer not a career talker. While others debate politics Matt delivers results. He knows fixing California takes practical common sense solutions that actually make life better for people. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022382490875503002 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022382490875503002"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/2022382490875503002)  2026-02-13T18:48Z 54.6K followers, 48K engagements


"Thanks to @billmaher for having me on his show. Great discussion on the fires how California can rebuild and the broader challenges our state faces in navigating recovery and resilience. Tune in to HBO and Max at 10pm PT tonight @RealTimers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1880432881153241522)  2025-01-18T01:51Z 54.6K followers, 314.8K engagements


"Rebuilding LA is too big a job for politics. Fires dont care what party you are and conditions on federal aid Total bullshit. My full interview with Bill Maher is on @HBO. See more: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=sEz3MOt4fMw&ab_channel=RealTimewithBillMaher https://www.youtube.com/watchv=sEz3MOt4fMw&ab_channel=RealTimewithBillMaher"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1880649329360486500)  2025-01-18T16:11Z 54.6K followers, 282.4K engagements


"Rebuilding Los Angeles isnt just about putting homes back upits about building smarter in fire-prone areas. That means bold leadership investment and practical steps like under-grounding power lines to protect our future. https://m.youtube.com/watchv=sEz3MOt4fMw https://m.youtube.com/watchv=sEz3MOt4fMw"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1881036557320388874)  2025-01-19T17:50Z 54.6K followers, 73.4K engagements


"Like so many fellow Angelenos who are heartbroken because of the devastating fires as my family and I have watched the inauguration we felt so blessed to live in the United States of America. Today marks the peaceful transition of power in the United States - and by good fortune it also falls on MLK Day. Let this day be a reminder of the strength of our Democracy our will to overcome all obstacles and the drive always to be better. President Kennedy said: "In a democracy every citizen regardless of interest in politics holds office. Every one of us is in a position of responsibility. Let's"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1881490340504539324)  2025-01-20T23:53Z 54.6K followers, 29.7K engagements


"Amazing--within one week we exceeded our $20 million goal for the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation. These funds will buy equipment to save lives and keep this from happening again. Thanks to everyone who came together"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1882169729005359261)  2025-01-22T20:53Z 54.6K followers, 88K engagements


"Thank you to our National Guard members risking their lives to fight these wildfires. They're battling the flames and protecting our communities from looters"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1882859107885134226)  2025-01-24T18:32Z 54.6K followers, 22.2K engagements


"I watched many elected and appointed officials discuss the update for the Palisades clean up but after hours of talking no schedule for when the clean up begins. Is anyone else frustrated It has been [--] weeks since the fire started"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1883704894265401852)  2025-01-27T02:33Z 54.6K followers, 417.7K engagements


"God bless all the organizers and performers tonight @FireAidLA. So generous. Raising money to support our firefighters and the dear victims of the fire. LA will rise back"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1885187922917196185)  2025-01-31T04:46Z 54.6K followers, 47.2K engagements


"My family and I hosted the brave firefighters and their spouses from Station [--] at the Fire Aid Concert. The outpouring of love for the firefighters in Altadena and Palisades was deservedly overwhelming. Lets make funding our first responders our top priority"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1885426697824329928)  2025-01-31T20:35Z 54.6K followers, 23.7K engagements


"We need to rebuild our communities. Government cannot do this alone and this is not a time for politics. We need access to the best ideas resources and people to build back better and stronger than before. Were launching Steadfast LA today to make sure the rebuild has the full power of all of us and were getting the best possible solutions implemented faster. Sign up to get involved at and follow us @steadfastla http://SteadfastLA.com http://SteadfastLA.com"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1886505251475480710)  2025-02-03T20:01Z 54.6K followers, 61.9K engagements


"LA Cant Afford to Wait - The Private Sector Must Lead the Rebuild Los Angeles is my home. I raised my family here and Ive spent my life building here creating spaces where people come together. And now in the wake of the Palisades and Eaton Fires Im watching entire communities fight to survive. This is the single biggest disaster LA has ever facedentire neighborhoods erased over [-----] acres reduced to ash and more than [-----] homes lost. The economic toll is staggeringmore than $250 billionand it wont stop at LAs borders. LA is one of the largest economies in the world and when this city takes"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1887210274220089765)  2025-02-05T18:42Z 54.6K followers, 562.6K engagements


"Thats why I launched Steadfast LAto bring together the best minds the strongest resources and the boldest solutions to rebuild our city. The crisis response playbook weve been relying on was written decades ago: in a world before AI real-time data analytics and advanced building technology. But we have those tools now and we must use them. The private sector thrives on cutting through inefficiency and getting things done. Thats exactly what LA needs right now. Our coalition is leveraging the resources of major companies in design financing technology and real estate development to do what"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1887210277638447574)  2025-02-05T18:42Z 54.6K followers, 27.3K engagements


"This is why Steadfast LA exists. Were here to bypass red tape drive real solutions and act with the urgency this moment demands. We will work with government when possible but we will not wait for them. This is about getting results nownot years from now. LA doesnt have time for slow-moving government bureaucracy. So were taking action. Join us today at (8/8) http://steadfastla.com http://steadfastla.com"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1887210286937194713)  2025-02-05T18:42Z 54.6K followers, 22.2K engagements


"Thank you Joe for having me on your podcast @JoeRogan It was a great conversation about rebuilding after the fires the need for good leadership and the future of California"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1887266373514252646)  2025-02-05T22:25Z 54.6K followers, 143.8K engagements


"This conversation with @joerogan was deeply personal. I shared the values instilled in me by my grandfather an immigrant gardener and my vision for helping those who need it most. Watch the full interview: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=-44tAVI7OEg https://www.youtube.com/watchv=-44tAVI7OEg"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1887591602425675891)  2025-02-06T19:58Z 54.6K followers, 33.8K engagements


"Its been one month and we need answers and urgency on rebuilding. Families need to get home but bureaucratic delays and confusion are stalling progress. No real discussion on rebuilding is a major concern. We deserve a schedule and need action now. In the [--] days since the fires started we have: ✅Inspected all 15k+ structures in the Palisades ✅Opened a recovery center thats helped 6k+ families ✅Launched an online tool to make assistance accessible ✅Adjusted tax deadlines for impacted businesses ✅Helped relocate In the [--] days since the fires started we have: ✅Inspected all 15k+ structures in"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1887963624716615973)  2025-02-07T20:36Z 54.6K followers, 95.5K engagements


"Appreciate the kind words. Youre exactly rightthis rebuild demands a historic collaboration between government and the private sector. We cant afford to wait on bureaucracy. Just listened to Rick Caruso on Joe Rogan. Hes right. LA is failing because we have a leadership problem. My family home is in the Palisades and it made me care even more about how broken this city is. We should be pushing for underground power lines and better fire Just listened to Rick Caruso on Joe Rogan. Hes right. LA is failing because we have a leadership problem. My family home is in the Palisades and it made me"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1888020348689432734)  2025-02-08T00:21Z 54.6K followers, 45.4K engagements


"Its unconscionable that the city is now saying they have to delay critical construction for the Olympics. We dont choose between rebuilding from the fires OR preparing for the Olympicswe do both. I have leaders from across the private sectorbeggingto step in and help. We know this is going to be hard workbut thats what leadership is. Bringing people together and getting things done. What happened to were going to cut through the bureaucracy https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2025-02-04/fire-recovery-convention-center-expansion-in-doubt"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1889045015386796500)  2025-02-10T20:13Z 54.6K followers, 420.1K engagements


"The worst thing this city can do is use the fires as an excuse to stall other critical work. Los Angeles has the people and resources to do all of itas long as we dont let the bureaucracy take over"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1889045017496621468)  2025-02-10T20:13Z 54.6K followers, 38.3K engagements


"Former fire chiefs say pre-deployment could have mitigated the toll in the Palisades Its becoming more and more clear that the fires could have been prevented or contained quicker and countless homes and lives could have been saved. Outrageous. Why arent the Mayor and Fire Chief giving us answers We need answers and accountability from the Mayor and the Fire Chief - now"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1891225110834499862)  2025-02-16T20:36Z 54.6K followers, 224.2K engagements


"It is very disappointing that Mayor Bass has decided to fire Chief Kristin Crowley. Chief Crowley served Los Angeles well and spoke honestly about the severe and profoundly ill-conceived budget cuts the Bass administration made to the LAFD. That courage to speak the truth was brave and I admire her. Honesty in a high city official should not be a firing offense. The Mayor's decision to ignore the warnings and leave the city was hers alone. This is a time for city leaders to take responsibility for their actions and their decisions. We need real leadership not more blame passing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1893019169916067872)  2025-02-21T19:25Z 54.6K followers, 623.3K engagements


"We must underground our power lines and upgrade our infrastructure. In Palisades and Altadena under-grounding the power linesinfrastructure is critical for safety and an important priority for @SteadfastLA We're urging our elected officials to act decisively to protect our communities for generations to come. https://t.co/y168VBTLRn In Palisades and Altadena under-grounding the power linesinfrastructure is critical for safety and an important priority for @SteadfastLA We're urging our elected officials to act decisively to protect our communities for generations to come."  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1894577772388884737)  2025-02-26T02:38Z 54.6K followers, 69.8K engagements


"We need a full independent investigation about what happened in the run up to the fires and we need it now. https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2025-03-04/bass-aides-were-warned-of-growing-fire-danger-before-she-flew-to-ghana https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2025-03-04/bass-aides-were-warned-of-growing-fire-danger-before-she-flew-to-ghana"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1896958522107326650)  2025-03-04T16:18Z 54.6K followers, 75.2K engagements


"Today Steadfast LA got a commitment from the City and County government to commit to under-grounding power lines in the rebuild area. Huge Lets go"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1897458461127929963)  2025-03-06T01:25Z 54.6K followers, 195.4K engagements


"A mayoral recall right now is not a good idea. This is a time when Los Angeles needs unity not costly and expensive political distractions. We must rebuild our communities get people back into their homes and open businesses that have been closed or lost. That must be our total focus.There is a time and place for politics but it is not now"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1902037406007853366)  2025-03-18T16:40Z 54.6K followers, 151.9K engagements


"Nicole - with all due respect I have been clear about Mayor Bass failures. People want competencyin their leadership. But a recall election doesnt happen overnight. It would run into Junes primary and cost the city millions we don't have. Let's be smart about how we move the city forward. @RickCarusoLA Looks like a lot of disagreement below 👇 dont people deserve accountability I dont see this as political division I see this as LA being the most united Ive ever seen it around the real cost of mismanagement. The recall team is 💯 bi-partisan. @RickCarusoLA Looks like a lot of disagreement"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1902088684415090975)  2025-03-18T20:04Z 54.6K followers, 111.3K engagements


"Nuisance." That's what Mayor Bass is calling destroyed homesan insult to everyone who lost their home in the fires. The rubble was homes The city must help residents AND businesses recover. Army Corps can't clean up commercial sites and the city needs to step up and pay for the clean up for small businesses and residents who are uninsured and cant afford to clean their property. Many residents and small businesses are struggling in the wake of the fires. They need the citys financial support and they need it now"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1904642924849356825)  2025-03-25T21:13Z 54.6K followers, 20.3K engagements


"Big news. First of its kind in California. Were launching AI plan check with Archistar. Faster approvals. Faster rebuilds. Safer outcomes. Reduced costs. This is how we move Los Angeles forward"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1917407383560806783)  2025-04-30T02:35Z 54.6K followers, 86.2K engagements


"How the head of DWP still has a job is unthinkable. Incompetence at the highest level. Only in LA does failure this big come with job security. Seven months. Empty reservoirs. Dry hydrants. The more we learn about the pre-fire failures of our city leaders the more baffling the total lack of accountability at DWP becomes. DWP didnt plan. They didnt act. And no one has been held accountable. Mayor Bass appointed the head of DWP. Its time she actsand fires her. Leadership means responsibility. We wont see better results until there is change"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1919484272609824861)  2025-05-05T20:08Z 54.6K followers, 97.5K engagements


"Mayor Bass is proposing making city services more expensive and firing city workers while actually increasing the budget to her own office. Thats not leadership its more buck passing. Put people not politics first"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1919862607336669244)  2025-05-06T21:11Z 54.6K followers, 29.2K engagements


"Were at a tipping point. The citys lack of transparency and refusal to take accountability cant continue. They need to change course. Tap the private sector for things they cant do alone. And offer more clarity and answers to people who want to rebuild"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1920132693590987235)  2025-05-07T15:04Z 54.6K followers, 82.4K engagements


"Mayor Bass and the City Council have consistently failed our neighborhoods businesses and those suffering on the streets. We now know billions of tax dollars have been wasted through mismanagement and fraud. No more excuses. Finally a statewide ban on encampments long overdue. LAs failed approach has shown us that its time for California cities to step up and end this cycle once and for all. Its time for real action. Thanks to the New York Times for shedding light on whats really going on. Read the full story"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1922319445642641546)  2025-05-13T15:54Z 54.6K followers, 135.3K engagements


"If you want a case study in how not to fix homelessnesslook at Los Angeles. Billions spent. Virtually no housing built. Encampments everywhere. We know what works. Weve seen cities all over solve this. Its not rocket science. But LAs elected officials have chosen bureaucracy over results. We need real housing real services and real accountability"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1927448266951598465)  2025-05-27T19:34Z 54.6K followers, 42.4K engagements


"Unprecedented failure. Predictable. Manageable. These are some of the words used in this report to describe the situation that led to the wildfires in January. No more buck passing. We need a clear response from Mayor Bass on what happened. Read the report: https://firerebuild.com/palisades-fire-weather-report-and-analysis/ https://firerebuild.com/palisades-fire-weather-report-and-analysis/"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1928884672500740254)  2025-05-31T18:41Z 54.6K followers, 100.2K engagements


"Immigrants are important to California. Rounding up and deporting hard working people is wrong. These raids are just cruel. https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2025-06-06/immigration-sweeps-across-los-angeles https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2025-06-06/immigration-sweeps-across-los-angeles"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1931127229519651313)  2025-06-06T23:13Z 54.6K followers, 911K engagements


"Its time to do what is right for our country and state. Undocumented people who are here for a number of years have been contributing to our communities and economy and have no criminal record deserve a pathway to citizenship. I encourage our leaders to have a meaningful discussion to make this a reality"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1931434027510350074)  2025-06-07T19:32Z 54.6K followers, 1.1M engagements


"In Los Angeles if you sell your home after its destroyed in a natural disaster you still have to pay a tax. Thats not right and its not fair. We found a legal path to fix it and handed the plan to Mayor Bass. The families affected by the fires have lost enough. Lets help them rebuild not make it harder. Mayor Bass please act with urgency @steadfastla"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1937952393976811736)  2025-06-25T19:13Z 54.6K followers, 105K engagements


"We deserve better than this Todays Los Angeles Times article is a sad reminder of the ineptitude of our leadership which has resulted in lives and livelihoods being destroyed. How is no one held accountable Palisades reservoir that was empty 'on the one day in history it was needed most' is back online https://t.co/MRUumwwmeF https://t.co/DziVleiaVy Palisades reservoir that was empty 'on the one day in history it was needed most' is back online https://t.co/MRUumwwmeF https://t.co/DziVleiaVy"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1938702914505343410)  2025-06-27T20:56Z 54.6K followers, 47.3K engagements


"Happy 4th God bless America. We are so lucky to live in the USA"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1941216505808724136)  2025-07-04T19:24Z 54.6K followers, 28.9K engagements


"We deserve better Mayor Bass has repeatedly emphasized the rapid pace of rebuilding including issuing permits. Thousands of homes were destroyed and yet fewer than [---] building permits have been issued after six months. Does anyone believe this is rapid rebuilding While the Army Corps did an amazing job clearing the debris the City has failed to create the expedited permit process it promised. Residents are stuck in endless red tape at City Hall. @steadfastla"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1942253944958488806)  2025-07-07T16:06Z 54.6K followers, 343.4K engagements


"Mayor Bass promised to keep the Palisades safe but trespassing break-ins and threats to residents are being ignored. Public safety throughout LA is failing and crime is rising. LA deserves better"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1948452367386415511)  2025-07-24T18:36Z 54.6K followers, 52.9K engagements


"LA is facing real crises. A budget shortfall high cost of housing and public safety challenges. The lack of smart leadership is hurting everyone. None of this is good for the city: The business-labor battle that could derail the [----] Olympics https://t.co/m6sRz7EcJG None of this is good for the city: The business-labor battle that could derail the [----] Olympics https://t.co/m6sRz7EcJG"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1955333099564437562)  2025-08-12T18:18Z 54.6K followers, 79.6K engagements


"Regardless of how you feel about partisan redistricting sending heavily armed and masked ICE agents to Governor Newsoms rally to intimidate people is an outrageous despicable and un-American assault on free speech and the right to free assembly"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1956143373829726405)  2025-08-14T23:58Z 54.6K followers, 116.2K engagements


"State and City of LA housing construction has been totally anemic and its a significant driver of out of control housing costs which are boxing people out of owning a home. With SB [--] the State is right to encourage more housing but it must be done with the full engagement and support of local officials and residents"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1959042125645107545)  2025-08-22T23:56Z 54.6K followers, 138.7K engagements


"This is the right ruling: LA did not need the National Guard. BREAKING: A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration illegally ordered the National Guard to LA https://t.co/L0S7rC4Ja5 BREAKING: A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration illegally ordered the National Guard to LA https://t.co/L0S7rC4Ja5"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1962889759971573927)  2025-09-02T14:46Z 54.6K followers, 204.8K engagements


"Small businesses are the backbone of our community. Through our @steadfastla small business initiative with @BancOfCal and their CEO Jared Wolff we distributed the first grants of up to $50K to three small businesses in Altadena to help them recover from the fires and reopen their doors. Well be distributing more grants soon and offering support to small businesses in the Palisades and Malibu as well so these owners can get back to doing what they do best: serving customers and the community"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1965157388178309280)  2025-09-08T20:56Z 54.6K followers, [----] engagements


"LAs tourism is collapsing. Its a warning sign for the whole city. Small businesses are hurting. Hotels are struggling. Fires deficits and a lack of leadership have left our city vulnerable. We need clean streets safe neighborhoods and real investment in our communities to bring Los Angeles back. Read more: https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2025-09-29/with-less-tourism-in-la-international-visitors-proceed-with-caution https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2025-09-29/with-less-tourism-in-la-international-visitors-proceed-with-caution"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1973489078021791787)  2025-10-01T20:43Z 54.6K followers, 162.1K engagements


"This is why your rent keeps rising. Red tape overregulation and uncertainty are driving business out of our city while families pay more and get less. Builders have paused projects. Investors are walking away. Construction has slowed to its lowest point in a decade. We cant afford this slowdown. We need leadership that builds. Los Angeles apartment construction has dropped by close to a third in three years as developers struggle with unprofitable economics and regulatory uncertainty. https://t.co/jmQYVAU0lf https://t.co/OcNTC6WmqY Los Angeles apartment construction has dropped by close to a"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1974531861377675625)  2025-10-04T17:47Z 54.6K followers, 197.9K engagements


"Tourism in Los Angeles is collapsing. That means fewer jobs less revenue and cuts to basic services. Housing construction is at a ten-year low. That means higher rents higher home prices and families being pushed out. This is what happens with red tape overregulation and failed leadership. We need to build grow and bring LA back. Read both articles below: https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2025-09-29/with-less-tourism-in-la-international-visitors-proceed-with-caution https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2025-10-01/apartment-development-pipeline-dries-up-in-spite-of-demand-for-housing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1974924371002380331)  2025-10-05T19:47Z 54.6K followers, 140.9K engagements


"LA is $1 billion over budget and struggling to deliver basic services. Now City Hall wants to take on $5 billion more in debt. That is not leadership it is reckless. We need to modernize the convention center but not at the expense of public safety and city services we need"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1979309180143169536)  2025-10-17T22:10Z 54.6K followers, 128.1K engagements


"Encampments should never be next to our homes schools or playgrounds. Yesterday I joined residents in Encino to tour several homeless encampments around the Sepulveda Basin. I listened to their concerns and witnessed firsthand the frustration and neglect theyve experienced from our city officials. We must do more to provide those in need with the right care resources and support to help them get off the streets. Nowhere in Los Angeles should conditions like this be allowed. Its time to do better"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1980813050337980598)  2025-10-22T01:46Z 54.6K followers, 50.4K engagements


"Why cant we have this type of leadership Yesterday I spoke to San Franciscans about a potential federal deployment in our city. I said then what I have said since taking office that keeping San Franciscans safe is my top priority. Late last night I received a phone call from the President of the United States. I Yesterday I spoke to San Franciscans about a potential federal deployment in our city. I said then what I have said since taking office that keeping San Franciscans safe is my top priority. Late last night I received a phone call from the President of the United States. I"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1981478612806283682)  2025-10-23T21:51Z 54.6K followers, 163.1K engagements


"Instead of spending $2.3M on a fence to fix gang violence drugs and homelessness How about this Enforce the law. MacArthur Park was meant to be an urban oasis for LA families not a refuge for crime. Los Angeles deserves better leaders with the right priorities. Drugs crime and homelessness plague MacArthur Park. Can a multimillion-dollar fence rescue it https://t.co/ovRsHmHe9x Drugs crime and homelessness plague MacArthur Park. Can a multimillion-dollar fence rescue it https://t.co/ovRsHmHe9x"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1982496366405509628)  2025-10-26T17:15Z 54.6K followers, 84.5K engagements


"Thank you Bill for highlighting this failure of leadership. Spot on. The buck stops with Mayor Bass. Thanks to @latimes for continuing to report this story. Real negligence true stupidity indefensibly bad leadership and then the typical blame-game BS after but we all know what happened. My friend @NathanCHubbard has pictures of the fire in the exact same spot [--] days apart. Thanks to @latimes for continuing to report this story. Real negligence true stupidity indefensibly bad leadership and then the typical blame-game BS after but we all know what happened. My friend @NathanCHubbard has"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1984007260012736690)  2025-10-30T21:19Z 54.6K followers, 142.7K engagements


"The Palisades fire could have been prevented and now it appears there may have been a cover-up. Firefighters warned on January 2nd that the Lachman fire wasnt fully extinguished but their concerns were ignored and they were ordered to leave the area. Great reporting by the @latimes for bringing the truth to light"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1989143702225449296)  2025-11-14T01:29Z 54.6K followers, 196.1K engagements


"All this trouble and heartache from these ICE raids and only 6% of the people theyre arresting turn out to have a criminal past. This is outrageous. Most immigrants want to work hard and be part of our communities. Lets create a fair path to citizenship. ICE should focus on real criminals and they are completely failing to do that. Read the full article here: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/12/04/us/ice-arrests-criminal-records-data.html https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/12/04/us/ice-arrests-criminal-records-data.html"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1997020889242914959)  2025-12-05T19:10Z 54.6K followers, 283.6K engagements


"It is a cover-up. Investigative reporting from the @latimes exposes the redrafting of the official After-Action Report of the Los Angeles Fire Department to hide failures and mistakes before releasing it to the public. Major changes were made to cover up failures. Los Angeles officials including Mayor Basss office need to be held accountable. The culture of corruption in City Hall stinks and must end. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2003272682381713772 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2003272682381713772"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/2003272682381713772)  2025-12-23T01:13Z 54.6K followers, 89.3K engagements


"Im more energized and focused than ever. Its time to rally the private sector to lead where our political leaders have failed and actually improve peoples quality of life across our city and state. No one will be left behind. @steadfastla"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/2014795814229684325)  2026-01-23T20:22Z 54.4K followers, [----] engagements


"I was invited to share my thoughts on how elected officials are leading our city and state in the first edition of the @californiapost published today. Read my op-ed about how we can challenge the career politicians and build a movement that creates a greater and more lasting impact from outside of government along with supporting people for public office who are not beholden to special interests only the people they serve. Read here: https://nypost.com/2026/01/26/opinion/the-california-post-will-help-serve-all-not-a-few-its-about-time/"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/2015858685508255921)  2026-01-26T18:45Z 54.4K followers, 15.4K engagements


"I wanted to share my thoughts on yesterdays news. Its clear the system is failing fire victims. We need more action at all levels - federal state and local - to help families. Pass federal funding suspend Measure ULA for fire victims and expedite permitting. Enough with performative politics. We need action. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2016630701005951249 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2016630701005951249"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/2016630701005951249)  2026-01-28T21:53Z 54.6K followers, 20.4K engagements


"Disaster demands action not delays. Through @steadfastla & @Samara the private sector is helping families return home and move forward. Rosalina and her family are back in their community and we could not be more proud to be part of their journey"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/2017312617837301879)  2026-01-30T19:03Z 54.6K followers, [----] engagements


"I believe in the LA dream -- and I know that we can end homelessness crime and corruption. But the politicians can't. That's why today I formally began the process of running for Mayor of Los Angeles"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1492303524914413568)  2022-02-12T01:04Z 54.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Elon thank you for your support. L.A. is the greatest city in the world. I would be honored to be her next mayor and serve the city that I love. Los Angeles is fortunate to have someone like Rick Caruso running for mayor. Hes awesome. Los Angeles is fortunate to have someone like Rick Caruso running for mayor. Hes awesome"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1532743240629178368)  2022-06-03T15:17Z 54.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Yesterday LA voters spoke by going into the voting booth & sending a clear message: were not hopeless in the face of our problems. Together we have the power to change the direction of LA for the better. I'm honored to be the top vote getter & to have the trust of so many"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1534741514647003136)  2022-06-09T03:37Z 54.6K followers, [---] engagements


"The fact that scenes like this have become commonplace here is inexcusable. Career politicians in LA have failed to put together an operational response to deal with mental health & Angelenos are seeing the effects of it every day. We need change & we need it fast"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1539000300970778625)  2022-06-20T21:40Z 54.6K followers, [---] engagements


"No endorsement will hide the fact that @KarenBassLA has a track record of failing to address LAs homelessness public safety and corruption. These endorsements have absolutely nothing to do with what this campaign is really about"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1554534641570398208)  2022-08-02T18:28Z 54.6K followers, [---] engagements


"All Angelenos deserve to feel safe and they deserve a say on the extreme policies of DA Gascn fully backed by Rep. Bass that are causing us real problems and harm. This November voters can still cast their ballot for a safer LA by supporting me as our citys next mayor. RELEASE: Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk Completes Petition Verification for District Attorney Recall Attempt; Petition found insufficient to qualify the recall for the ballot. Link: https://t.co/DOnh0dtCGK RELEASE: Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk Completes Petition Verification for District Attorney Recall Attempt; Petition"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1559374336422584322)  2022-08-16T02:59Z 54.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Im not a career politician. Im running for Mayor to work for YOU and my only special interest is ensuring we put a stop to the rampant corruption at City Hall and CLEAN UP LA. 🧵"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1565777015436988416)  2022-09-02T19:01Z 54.6K followers, [---] engagements


"I stand with Armenians around the world to condemn this unprovoked attack on Armenia and its people. Armenia has suffered from Azeri aggressions for far too long. I'm glad to see the U.S. act swiftly to broker a ceasefire however we must also end military support for Azerbaijan"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1570798817821478913)  2022-09-16T15:36Z 54.6K followers, [----] engagements


"L.A. needs a fresh start and a clean slate. This elections all about change. If you want more of the same corruption Im not your candidate. But if youre ready for new leadership then Im ready to serve you as LAs next mayor. https://www.dailynews.com/2022/10/04/endorsement-rick-caruso-for-mayor-to-give-los-angeles-a-clean-start/ https://www.dailynews.com/2022/10/04/endorsement-rick-caruso-for-mayor-to-give-los-angeles-a-clean-start/"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1577367695368011776)  2022-10-04T18:38Z 54.6K followers, [---] engagements


"JUST IN: a new poll shows us up +3 points among likely voters. Angelenos know our city can't afford more of the status quo. Return your mail-in ballot or make a plan to vote in order to bring real positive change to L.A. Questions Visit http://lavote.gov Election 2022: New poll shows LA mayoral candidates in dead heat https://t.co/PHbk1xh5Ch https://t.co/f4fnOxjsNJ http://lavote.gov Election 2022: New poll shows LA mayoral candidates in dead heat https://t.co/PHbk1xh5Ch https://t.co/f4fnOxjsNJ"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1582793795065638912)  2022-10-19T18:00Z 54.6K followers, [---] engagements


"ICYMI: @GavinNewsom rejected homelessness plans in CA b/c they would only reduce homelessness by 2% over [--] yrs. My plan = 30K beds in [---] days & ups mental health services. @KarenBassLAs plan houses [-----] fewer people & upholds a failed status quo. LA cant afford Karen Bass"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1589670566675767296)  2022-11-07T17:26Z 54.6K followers, [---] engagements


"Casting my vote in Boyle Heights today I thought of my grandparents immigrants who relocated here searching for their American Dream. LA gave them that & more. To have the opportunity to continue their legacy & serve the city I love as Mayor is surreal. Thank you. #CarusoCan"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1590097138062852096)  2022-11-08T21:41Z 54.6K followers, [---] engagements


"This has always been about serving the city I love. Once all the votes are counted I'm excited and ready to be your next Mayor. Mayoral candidate @RickCarusoLA tells @RobertNBCLA win or lose he's going to continue to fight for the city he loves. #Decision2022 #electionday https://t.co/n6jcBg7zqZ https://t.co/zGBwGg0bsn Mayoral candidate @RickCarusoLA tells @RobertNBCLA win or lose he's going to continue to fight for the city he loves. #Decision2022 #electionday https://t.co/n6jcBg7zqZ https://t.co/zGBwGg0bsn"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1590218250658668546)  2022-11-09T05:42Z 54.6K followers, [---] engagements


"Im proud to have earned the hundreds of thousands of votes from Angelenos who are ready for change. I am confident that once every vote is counted the momentum we saw throughout this campaign will send me to the Mayors office to fight for all Angelenos"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1590263455881515009)  2022-11-09T08:42Z 54.6K followers, [----] engagements


"To everyone who knocked doors made calls put up yard signs talked to friends and family came to town halls hosted rallies and gave me your vote: thank you. I am confident that your support and belief in this campaign will make me the next Mayor-Elect of Los Angeles"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1590512163185385472)  2022-11-10T01:10Z 54.6K followers, [----] engagements


"As predicted this is a close race. There are hundreds of thousands of votes to count and as expected we are going to see different results each time. I continue to be cautiously optimistic about these numbers and look forward to the next series of results in the coming weeks"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1590898330200342530)  2022-11-11T02:44Z 54.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Congratulations Coach Riley. What you have accomplished in a year is truly incredible. Leadership that embraces change and bold action makes a world of difference. Good luck on Friday at the Pac [--] Championship. All of Los Angeles is proud of you. @USC_Athletics @uscfb"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1597684385779568642)  2022-11-29T20:10Z 54.6K followers, [----] engagements


"Congratulations @CALEBcsw on the Heisman And congratulations to @LincolnRiley @PresidentFolt and @USC_mikebohn for the leadership fight on ✌ Leadership pays endless dividends"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1601784528338489344)  2022-12-11T03:42Z 54.6K followers, [---] engagements


"Fellow Angelenos The devastation to our city and community is unthinkable. The colossal efforts of our Los Angeles Fire Department cannot be overstated and lives homes and businesses have been saved thanks to their unwavering commitment to fighting a good fight. But this fight is far from over. Due to budget deficits in the Los Angeles Fire Department which left them under-resourced the inconceivable has become reality. Los Angeles Fire Chief Crowley and her team of firefighters and paramedics are desperately in need of funding. Today Tina and I pledge $5 million to the Los Angeles Fire"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1878603934014607762)  2025-01-13T00:44Z 54.6K followers, 1.8M engagements


"18 months is an unacceptable timeline - this is the United States of America why is it taking a year and a half https://pasadenanow.com/main/at-altadena-town-hall-residents-hear-details-of-18-month-cleanup-process#::text=Eric%20Swenson%20of%20the%20U.S.%20Army%20Corps%20of%20Engineers%20detailedfederal%20cleanup%20program%2C%20he%20said https://pasadenanow.com/main/at-altadena-town-hall-residents-hear-details-of-18-month-cleanup-process#::text=Eric%20Swenson%20of%20the%20U.S.%20Army%20Corps%20of%20Engineers%20detailedfederal%20cleanup%20program%2C%20he%20said"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1883714021305770427)  2025-01-27T03:09Z 54.6K followers, 175.8K engagements


"Pulling the National Guard this soon is insane. Why did Mayor Bass order the Guard to be removed The area is still full of hazards. The lucky few who still have homes are left unprotected. LAPD doesnt have the resources. This is reckless. https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2025-01-31/pch-and-pacific-palisades-are-reopening-to-the-public-some-say-its-too-soon https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2025-01-31/pch-and-pacific-palisades-are-reopening-to-the-public-some-say-its-too-soon"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1885760869914538430)  2025-02-01T18:43Z 54.6K followers, 366.7K engagements


"And lets be honest: government moves too slowly. Weve seen it beforebureaucratic gridlock outdated processes and endless delays hurting people who need help now. The reality is our existing systems werent built to handle a catastrophe of this scale. Families cant afford to wait months let alone years for solutions. Business owners cant put their lives on hold. We need speed innovation and most importantly transparency and accountabilityto ensure that every step of this process is clear efficient and in the best interest of the community. (2/8)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1887210275876593996)  2025-02-05T18:42Z 54.6K followers, 31.4K engagements


"This is exactly why we have to stay vigilant. City leaders cant keep making these decisions without transparency. Starting now there needs to be real accountability for every decision"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1889045016498385342)  2025-02-10T20:13Z 54.6K followers, 38.2K engagements


"The fires didnt just take homesthey took jobs too. Thousands are now out of work with no safety net. Rebuilding isnt just about structures its about livelihoods. Watch my conversation with Sam Harris on what it will take to bring LA back. @MakingSenseHQ https://www.youtube.com/watchv=1MB7hx1vc_I&t=1s https://www.youtube.com/watchv=1MB7hx1vc_I&t=1s"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1889358779776414003)  2025-02-11T17:00Z 54.6K followers, 34.6K engagements


"Rebuilding after the fires needs more than rhetoric it needs speed. I joined Major Garrett on CBS to discuss how private and nonprofit initiatives can expedite the process and get people back in their homes faster"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1892022853870158098)  2025-02-19T01:26Z 54.6K followers, 17.1K engagements


"On the ground with the Secretary of the Army Corps of Engineers at the Palisades burn site today. Huge thanks to him and his troops for their tireless cleanup in Palisades and Altadena. This is the crucial first step in rebuilding our schools and community centers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1900044210226815292)  2025-03-13T04:40Z 54.6K followers, 26.7K engagements


"If your property was affected by the fires you have until March 31st to sign up for debris removal by the Army Corp of Engineering. The Army Corp will not charge you but instead will use your insurance proceeds allocated for clean up. If you dont have insurance they will clean up your property at no cost to you. If you do not submit a Right of Entry (ROE) form by the deadline or arrange for private removal the city will handle the cleanup and you will be billed for the service. Learn more and submit a form here: https://recovery.lacounty.gov/debris-removal/roe/"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1903631393902796848)  2025-03-23T02:14Z 54.6K followers, 85.7K engagements


"Malibu is open Perfect excuse to grab some amazing food this weekend. Johns Garden and Tra di Noi are a must"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1907837871421272289)  2025-04-03T16:49Z 54.6K followers, 18.9K engagements


"LA is not okay. People are losing hope in their own city and that should concern all of us. Its time to fix this. Its time to turn LA around. Read about whats going on: https://is.gd/Bvo9QH https://is.gd/Bvo9QH"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1912956698559726061)  2025-04-17T19:49Z 54.6K followers, 56.5K engagements


"New AI permitting and zoning tech. Zero red tape. @steadfastla is teaming up with California Archistar and LA Rises to fast-track rebuilding in fire impacted communitieslike Pacific Palisades and Altadena. No cost to taxpayers. No bureaucratic drag. We dont have anymore time to waste. More information to come soon"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1917727180504850818)  2025-04-30T23:46Z 54.6K followers, 13.3K engagements


"There is no emergency widespread threat or out of control violence in Los Angeles. And absolutely no danger that justifies deployment of the National Guard military or other federal force to the streets of this or any other Southern California City. Local law enforcement is capable of handling the situation and should arrest anyone causing violence in the streets. We must call for calm in the streets and deployment of the National Guard may prompt just the opposite"  
[X Link](https://x.com/RickCarusoLA/status/1931798140371488770)  2025-06-08T19:39Z 54.6K followers, 1.7M engagements

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