Christine Leinonen

Christine Leinonen is a prominent advocate for the families of victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting, where her son, Christopher 'Drew' Leinonen, was tragically killed. Over the years, she has been a vocal critic of the police response and the investigation surrounding the massacre, seeking justice and accountability while also working to ensure that the memories of the victims are honored. Recently, she visited the Pulse nightclub site before it is demolished to make way for a permanent memorial, expressing that it was important for her to see the space where her son lost his life.