By TMZ | Created at 2026-06-09 18:23:50 | Updated at 2026-06-10 18:02:40
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YouTuber Jesse Ridgway Ashley's Family Absent After Down Syndrome Abortion
Published June 9, 2026 11:08 AM PDT
YouTuber Jesse Ridgway says his wife Ashley's family is not supporting her after the couple ended their pregnancy because their unborn child had Down syndrome ... and he says some of his in-laws are kicking her while she's down.
Jesse ripped Ashley's family in a social media post Tuesday, saying they are "nowhere to be found" at a time when she needs love and support.
What's more, Jesse claims some of his in-laws are even joining in on the public backlash against them.
Jesse says the weeks since their abortion have been painful, describing them as some of the hardest Ashley has ever faced ... and he claims her family is making things worse.
As we've reported, Jesse and Ashley have faced intense backlash online since revealing they had an abortion ... claiming they've been compared to Hitler and flooded with death threats.
Despite the criticism, the couple has continued to stand by their decision ... and Jesse say his parents are showing Ashley "unconditional love and support."
