Kim Kardashian is urging fans to stay vigilant against email scammers using her name to solicit donations for victims of the Los Angeles fires. In an Instagram Story, the 44-year-old reality TV star shared a screenshot of a fraudulent email from “kimkardashiancampaign@gmail.com,” warning her followers not to engage.
This follows her ongoing advocacy, now spotlighting incarcerated firefighters risking their lives for just $1 an hour. Over the weekend, Kardashian called attention to the plight of these first responders in an Instagram Story, lauding their bravery while urging California Governor Gavin Newsom to raise their pay to a dignified rate.
In her recent post, she highlighted that incarcerated firefighters, despite their heroism, earn as little as $5.80 to $10.24 daily, plus an additional $1 per hour during emergencies. However, she may have misstated some facts; the California Department of Corrections clarifies that the bonus applies in active emergencies, and crews often work 24-hour shifts followed by 24 hours of rest.
While Kardashian’s data may need fine-tuning, her influence could once again drive meaningful reform as she continues championing the rights of underrepresented communities.
