I never expected to be in this position, but here I am, and I want to be transparent about what’s happening right now.

For close to three years, I’ve made my living on YouTube creating satirical, protest-driven comedy & songs, much of it focused on criticizing Donald Trump and the MAGA movement. That kind of work comes with attention, pushback, and the occasional attempt to silence it. I’ve dealt with platform issues and coordinated attacks from the far right before, so this isn’t my first rodeo. Still, the situation I’m in now is different in scope.

On February 6, 2026, my YouTube channel was suddenly demonetized, cutting off about 95% of my income. I make my living and support my kids through the revenue I earn on YouTube. I’m appealing the decision and preparing to reapply if necessary, but YouTube has made it clear that the process will play out through June with no revenue, and no guarantee monetization will be restored.

As for why? Well, YouTube doesn't tell you exactly. They want you to figure it out. Aside from saying my content has been deemed: "Sexually gratifying", they reveal nothing. All I can say to that is: if you’re sexually gratifying yourself to MY videos that sounds like a you problem, not a me problem. What I do know is the videos that consistently attract the most hostile comments, downvotes, and mass-report energy are the ones featuring Melania, Elon Musk, Mike Johnson, and/or critiques of MAGA-style Christianity. I can’t prove causation, but it’s hard not to notice the pattern. Poke fun at the fake Christians & the billionaires in Trump’s America = get erased.

I’m going to keep making and posting content during this time because the work matters to me, and because this community matters to me. This GoFundMe exists simply to help cover basic living and production expenses while I fight to keep the channel alive.

There is absolutely no obligation to contribute. If you’re able to help, I’m deeply grateful. If you’re not, I completely understand. Watching, sharing, commenting, or just being here is already meaningful support.

I’ve always believed that some fights are worth taking on, even when they’re inconvenient or costly. Highlighting the dangers and hypocrisies of the MAGA movement with humor and music is the only way I know how to fight. I’m committed to seeing it through, and I appreciate everyone who believes that good trouble still matters. -Ketch