Hannah Kobayashi, a Maui resident missing since November after arriving in Los Angeles, has been found safe. Her family released a statement expressing relief and requesting privacy. While Kobayashi initially missed a connecting flight and later traveled to Mexico, authorities believe she intentionally missed her flight. This follows the recent death of her father, Ryan Kobayashi, who was found deceased near LAX.
After a 25-year disappearance, a California man missing since 1999 was found in Los Angeles earlier this year. His sister identified him from a USA Today article seeking to identify a nonverbal man hospitalized in Lynwood. Law enforcement confirmed the identification through fingerprinting, and the family will soon be reunited. The man, identified as Tommy, is currently nonverbal and relearning to walk, prompting a GoFundMe campaign to assist with his care. The Nor-Cal Alliance for the Missing also celebrated this unexpected reunion.
Former Republican Congressman Michael Grimm, paralyzed after a polo accident, launched a GoFundMe campaign to cover his multi-million dollar medical expenses. The campaign, exceeding $400,000, drew intense criticism due to Grimm’s past opposition to the Affordable Care Act. Critics highlighted the irony of his situation, pointing to his previous votes against expanding healthcare access. While some condemned the attacks as lacking compassion, others celebrated the situation, citing Grimm’s past actions and continued access to government healthcare benefits.
I am utterly appalled and disgusted by the news of a 4-month-old baby tragically dying on a boating trip during Fourth of July weekend in 120-degree heat. My heart aches for that innocent child who never got a chance at life due to the negligent actions of her parents. It is unfathomable to me how anyone could prioritize partying and leisure activities over the safety and well-being of their own child.
The fact that these parents had the audacity to set up a GoFundMe page to profit off of their own child’s death is beyond comprehension. It is sickening to think that they could ask for financial support from others when their actions directly led to the loss of their precious baby girl.… Continue reading
I can’t help but shake my head in disbelief at the recent news regarding the GoFundMe fundraiser aimed at helping Donald Trump pay off his legal fines. The sheer audacity of individuals donating their hard-earned money to a man who claims to be a billionaire is truly mind-boggling. With fines amounting to a staggering $438 million, the fact that this fundraiser was only able to raise a mere $82,000 in one day speaks volumes.
It is disheartening to see Trump supporters pouring their money into a cause that will not make a dent in the actual fines but rather only cover the accruing interest.… Continue reading
As I sit here and read about the latest development in the ongoing saga of Donald Trump’s legal battles, I can’t help but shake my head in disbelief. The fact that a GoFundMe campaign was started to raise money for Trump’s exorbitant $355 million penalty is both absurd and disheartening. In just 24 hours, the campaign managed to raise a mere $84,000, which is less than a drop in the bucket compared to the total amount needed. The sheer magnitude of the funds required is mind-boggling, and it’s hard to fathom how anyone could believe that donating to such a cause is a good idea.… Continue reading
Trump supporters have taken their unwavering loyalty to the next level by starting a GoFundMe page to pay off the staggering $355 million fine imposed on the former president. It’s both astounding and baffling to witness how these individuals are so blindly devoted to a man who has continuously proven himself to be corrupt and self-serving. The sheer absurdity of this situation highlights the cult-like mentality that surrounds Trump and his supporters, where they are willing to sacrifice their own financial well-being to appease their idol.
The fine in question is the result of fraudulent practices that Trump engaged in during his time in office, yet his supporters seem eager to rally behind him and financially support his legal defense.… Continue reading
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