US Influencer Leaves Australia After Wombat Incident

An American social media influencer, Sam Jones, has left Australia following a controversial incident involving a baby wombat. Jones, who has a large online following, sparked outrage across the country when she posted a video of herself taking a baby wombat from its distressed mother.

In the video, Jones was seen laughing and running away with the young animal, which was visibly distressed. The incident quickly drew criticism from Australian officials, including Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, who called it an "outrage."

The Australian government considered revoking Jones's visa, but she departed the country voluntarily before any action was taken. Wildlife experts condemned Jones's actions, stating that it showed a blatant disregard for native animals. The incident has reignited discussions about responsible tourism and the treatment of wildlife.