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As questions about Bass's competence mounted, the former president weighed in, affirming that she held emergency powers similar to his own and could have acted decisively within a matter of hours. The situation escalated when she faced media inquiries about whether she owed an apology to the citizens who suffered during the fires. Instead of a clear acknowledgment of her absence, Bass deflected responsibility, intensifying the scrutiny surrounding her leadership during the crisis.