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On June 30th, President Biden met with Western state leaders to discuss extreme weather challenges, including heat, drought, and wildfires. He announced $37 million in federal funds for wildfire mitigation in Sonoma County and increased federal firefighter wages to $15 an hour, though he acknowledged this is insufficient. In May, FEMA funding for extreme weather preparedness was doubled. Meanwhile, lawmakers voted to form a Select Committee to investigate the January 6 Capitol attack, with the power to subpoena witnesses and documents.

What measures did President Biden announce to address the extreme heat and wildfires in the Pacific Northwest?

How much funding did the federal government provide to Sonoma County for wildfire mitigation?

What was the new wage for federal firefighters announced by President Biden?

What was the purpose of the Select Committee created by lawmakers on Capitol Hill?

How many house lawmakers will be part of the Select Committee investigating the January 6 attack?