Military veteran’s painful walk across airport tarmac sparks strangers to raise over $135K

A U.S. Navy veteran struggling to walk due to chronic knee pain sparked a viral video at John Wayne Airport, leading to over $135,000 in donations for his medical expenses and care for his 90-year-old mother. The fundraiser, initiated after passenger Lacinda Thackeray shared the footage, highlights public support for the veteran's financial and health challenges.