Karen Bass ripped after suggesting taxpayer-funded dental care for meth users
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has faced criticism for suggesting taxpayer-funded dental care for meth users. She argued that many individuals cannot rebuild their lives without teeth, which are often lost due to meth use. Her comments have sparked backlash, particularly from conservatives who feel the focus should be on addressing the root causes of homelessness and drug addiction.
- ▪Karen Bass made her remarks during a candidate forum on homelessness.
- ▪She stated that many unhoused individuals do not have teeth due to meth use.
- ▪Critics argue that her proposal overlooks the need to address the underlying issues of homelessness and drug addiction.
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Politics Karen Bass ripped after suggesting taxpayer-funded dental care for meth users Bass made the remark during a candidate forum on homelessness as she faces a competitive re-election challenge By Adam Pack Fox News Published May 18, 2026 12:39pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Jimmy Failla & Dave Landau Roast Karen Bass Over Latest Campaign Proposal Comedian Dave Landau joins Fox Across America With Jimmy Failla to share his thoughts on Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass insisting that homeless meth addicts should have access to free teeth in an effort to make them more viable job applicants.
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