Steve Soboroff, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass’ wildfire recovery czar, expressed frustration about working for free after initially being promised $500,000 for 90 days, citing financial strain and lack of a contract. Despite public outcry over his compensation, Soboroff ultimately decided to continue without pay, emphasizing his history of pro bono civic work and sacrifice of lucrative consulting opportunities. The mayor’s office defended the decision, stating that Soboroff agreed to modify his agreement and work for free, with the controversy highlighting disagreements between the two on rebuilding strategies and compensation negotiations.
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Virginia Giuffre’s family says “it would be a travesty” if Ghislaine Maxwell gets a pardon
The family of Virginia Giuffre, a prominent accuser of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, is advocating for transparency in the Epstein case following Giuffre's suicide in April. Her sister-in-law, Amanda Roberts, condemned the potential for Maxwell to receive a pardon, emphasizing the need to prioritize survivors' voices and testimonies over Maxwell's claims, while Giuffre's brother, Sky Roberts, stresses the importance of remembering Giuffre's legacy as a mother and advocate. Want More Context? 🔎
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