When the Volunteer Helping After a Hurricane is a White Nationalist | 60 Minutes
In the aftermath of natural disasters, communities often come together, united in their efforts to rebuild. However, lurking beneath the surface of altruism are darker forces—groups like white nationalists, militias, and conspiracy theorists who exploit these tragedies for their own agendas. The latest episode of “60 Minutes” delves into the unsettling phenomenon of how these groups show up in the ruins of a disaster, not only to lend a hand but also to recruit new members and reshape their public images.
Through investigative reporting and compelling interviews, the episode sheds light on the troubling blend of community aid and extremist ideology. By presenting themselves as benefactors, these groups attempt to mask their true intentions, posing significant ethical and social dilemmas for those who genuinely seek to help.
As we explore these unsettling dynamics, “60 Minutes” continues its legacy as a leading source of critical journalism, providing viewers with a raw look at the complexities that surface in times of crisis. This thought-provoking feature reveals not only the resilience of communities but also the shadows that lurk behind the façade of goodwill.
Stay informed and engage with “60 Minutes” through their YouTube channel and various social media platforms to witness the continued evolution of news reporting—where even the good intentions of some can become deeply intertwined with the sinister motives of others.
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60 mins grift is strong
Whites helping Whites.
Oh noooooo
How are they different than FEMA being ordered to skip helping homes with Trump signs?
Don't trust the government. Look what Asheville did. Stole 225 million for pet projects. Someone should be held accountable
Out of all the things that happened in WNC after Helene and the damage that's still being cleaned up today, this is the story chosen? Tiny fraction of the people who helped. Probably a fake story. I followed and still follow closely a lot of people who were ground zero and I never once heard anything like this. But I did see amazing people who pitched in and did what was needed. These people even built their own roads. They are amazing people
we are everywhere
The comment section is completely lost. That group is not some evil funded campaign. This is literally just religious white people who are fed up with being treated like a doormat. Wake up
This probably was only cleared to dogg Dan Bilzerian in retaliation for his interviews about zionism
Way to miss to the point! Why not highlight all those who did so much good!
This what's confusing to me. How does a group of people, who consider themselves Christians #1 project so much hatred towards people that do look like them that's completely opposite of Jesus's teaching. Don't they know Jesus was not a white European? #2 How is it the believe man and machine control the weather? God controls the weather. That is not to say the solution mankind has created has not affected the weather patterns, but really, the government created horricanes? How does their thinking and beliefs even begin to make since?
This is internet culture white nationalism
60 minutes didn't speak to anybody in the area whose home was damaged.
They find a crying sheriff who was threatened by people who came to the area and gave help.
The sheriff wants a Washington handout, not help.
Ask the people who received help from these people what they think?
Typical hack job reporting by CBS.
patriot
60 Minutes: “Here is why volunteers helping underserved communities is actually a bad thing!”
I’m so glad legacy media is failing. Legacy media officially will die with the boomer generation and you people deserve it. Your reign of lies and attacking certain groups and shaping narratives is coming to an end.
I'm sorry did she say the town of batcave?
It’s propaganda, they just want good PR. This is what they mean by wolf in sheep’s clothing
I remember the left accused Bush of manipulating the weather to create Katrina.
he souds like Dr Phil sheriff
Some of these extremists groups talked rural (very difficult to access) areas into rejecting help from FEMA. Because of the brainwashing from those influencers some residents who needed money to rebuild didn’t even apply for disaster relief money and they had to pay out of pocket, rely on local non profits for assistance, or still haven't been able to rebuild/ repair. As someone who saw first hand, the communications from these extremists groups DID cause misinformation and it hurt our community and caused distrust of kind and caring government workers that were there to help. FEMA was staged and ready to help starting the night before the hurricane at the Tanger Outlets. FEMA greatly helped our mountain communities. There are people still struggling here today partially because of the misinformation and predatory behavior from these extremist groups and partially because our General assembly will not release funding to help our area. And our general assembly is extreme right wing because we are gerrymandered.
BASED
“Fascism is fun” when your larping as one in a country where you’re free to do so. When it’s real fascism, suddenly it isn’t so fun when you get put into a camp thinking you were going to be a camp guard and not a prisoner yourself.
This was so full of out & out lies. Irresponsible reporting at best. FEMA was horrible and brought very little help to anyone outside 1 city. You people insulting the Appalachian people and the multitude of churches from all over the country, the Amish people, the Cajan Navy, Samaritan Purse and many many more that did more work that anyone in the state or federal government even gave on second of thought about. You at CBS are horrible people because of this horrid piece.
I don’t know why anyone would waste their time talking to these so called journalist? This is a very poor piece of propaganda.
Her opening statement is what is the mainstream media?
Wait a minute. Why would Americans with weapons take up ANY of the police time. In this state you have a right to carry!! What exactly were they responding to?? An American exercising their second amendment right??
How dare these Americans help other Americans in severe need when they could be dying for Israel right now!!! These Americans need to get their priorities together!!
The juxtaposition is great.
"Are you sure you only need one loaf?"
Jump cut to a guy in a nice suit in a nice office going "The guys handing out bread out baaad."
This piece keep saying that they are softening their imagine and not spreading hateful images. Isn’t that a good thing? Is there anything inherently wrong with a group of white guys looking out for each other? It’s OK when other groups do it but not them? Shouldn’t they be praised for dropping the hate and becoming more positive?
Maybe if the government did what people think it should do, there wouldn’t be so much of a need.
A bunch of guys help out and are hounded by the news, meanwhile the Southern Poverty Law Center pays radicals. I also remember FEMA saying to ignore houses that had Trump signs
Granny is lost again.
You failed to mention when the FEMA supervisor told everyone not to help anybody who had a Trump flag.
Help in disasters is help.
Imagine going to help disaster victims and then being scolded for it 💀
Love Rob Rundo… hes an American hero and an inspiration.
This is disgraceful! Where was 60 minutes when the Hurricane happened! 60 minutes makes me Sick!!!!!
Remember that time when the lady from FEMA instructed her crew to avoid houses with Trump & MAGA signs?
The utter contempt these journalists have for White men who don’t hate themselves is telling.
"…when the government…" oh you mean TRUMP's government?😂
I saw fit guys with chainsaws and equipment clearing roads and driveways.
I also saw out of shape people sitting down complaining about it.
And I didn’t even watch this report on mute.
Robert Rundo is the man! Much love and respect!
Good for these guys. If other groups can do it, so can they.
No proof of weapons btw ajab
Our government and all branches of local government have sold us out and hate us. The only hope forward is nationalism.
But everyone else can help each other and be praised for it, tf
That cop in the video is just trying to cover up and pass the ball.
So Asian groups are acceptable. Black groups are acceptable . Hispanic groups are acceptable. But a White group is completely forbidden —especially if they are helping people in need.
oh noooo they go there and help their people in need and advocate to do the same nooooooo! gotta be one of the most useful "hate groups" ive seen. i just think its a really good approach to promoting any ideology, if this is part of it then im all ears.
Not much real racism to report on since the SPLC lost their funding !
Try reporting real crime not just stirring up racism emotions for views and clicks…!
Badass