Thu Mar 13 08:01:20 UTC 2025: ## Aussie Minister Wants Influencer Out After Wombat Video

**CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA** – Australia is moving to expel an American content creator after a video surfaced showing her removing a baby wombat from its mother. The video, since deleted, sparked outrage across the country.

Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke announced that his department is reviewing the visa status of Sam Jones, who identifies as an “outdoor enthusiast” and “hunter” on social media. The video shows Jones picking up the young wombat and running across a road, leaving the distressed mother behind. While she eventually returned the animal, the incident drew widespread condemnation.

“I can’t wait for Australia to see the back of this individual, I don’t expect she will return,” Minister Burke stated. He expressed his hope that Jones’ visa would be revoked.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese echoed the sentiment, calling Jones’ actions “an outrage.” He emphasized the vulnerability of wombats and criticized the influencer’s behavior. Foreign Minister Penny Wong also joined in the condemnation.

Jones, who has made her Instagram account private, has not yet commented publicly. The exact location and date of the video remain unclear.

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