L.A. official criticizes GoFundMe fees for wildfire donations as families struggle

Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger criticized GoFundMe for high transaction fees, claiming a $95 charge on a $500 donation to wildfire victims. She plans to contact GoFundMe's CEO to discuss reducing costs for families in need. GoFundMe responded, stating the actual fee for a $500 donation is less than $15, consisting of a 2.9% charge plus $0.30 per transaction. The platform emphasized that fees help cover payment processing and fund delivery. In related news, actor James Woods reported that his home survived the wildfires, contrary to earlier fears of destruction. Meanwhile, a former child star tragically died in the fires after his mother was unable to reach emergency services.