Originally Posted by CCrew

I think it's being emphasized because it flies in the whole face of the concept of "riding a bike from coast to coast in time for the inauguration". Considering that that was the premise under which he was soliciting help and donations, I would say there was an expectation that he comply to that. Since he's chosen not to, he's opened himself up to the critique. From that point people are entitled to their opinions. I't certainly no longer newsworthy from a human interest standpoint once all the facts are on the table.