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Southern Poverty Law Center.
American nonprofit legal advocacy organization specializing in civil rights and public interest litigation
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Shootings occurred outside a 'Party to the Polls' rally sponsored by the Southern Poverty Law Center, involving Alabama State University in Birmingham.Some support1 report
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OCC findings reveal banks are restricting services to political figures and using SPLC lists, according to reports by the New York Post.Some support2 reports
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Civil rights groups SPLC, NAACP, and LULAC filed lawsuits in San Antonio against Texas officials alleging NVRA violations.Some support1 report
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The House Committee uncovered an FBI memo that used SPLC data to define hate groups, detailing regional collaborations and personnel changes.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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SPLC filed a complaint demanding the shutdown of a detention center in Florida, involving FDOE and GEO Group.Some support2 reports
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The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency relied on the Southern Poverty Law Center to define reputation risk on October 14, 2026.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Treasury officials are reportedly drafting a framework to audit NGOs, using the protests sparked by George Floyd as a catalyst, while foreign policy decisions are under scrutiny.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Sunrise Movement and Southern Poverty Law Center face Treasury scrutiny following the publication of a video featuring radical leaders.Some support1 report
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The Southern Poverty Law Center operates in Georgia as the state's chapter, coinciding with the upcoming election determining the next governor.Some support1 report
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Inside Climate News reported on a matter involving Benton's experience, which the Southern Poverty Law Center stated is both illegal and immoral.Some support1 report
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A debate emerged regarding the Southern Poverty Law Center's claims on abortion restrictions, with Pat Gray praising Brandon Gill's reasoning.Some support2 reports
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DOJ and FBI are investigating the conservative beliefs of two priests, utilizing materials provided by the Southern Poverty Law Center.Well supported5 reports
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A program rooted in Lyndon Johnson's initiative is being sued for defense against Department of Labor challenges.Some support2 reports
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Heidi Beirich was the former chief financial officer of the Southern Poverty Law Center.Some support1 report
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The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) has listed the League of the South as a hate group. This development involves Rawson and Alachua County.Some support1 report
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Investigative groups and foundations are scrutinizing the Southern Poverty Law Center, leading to the freezing of grants due to legal concerns.Some support1 report
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Allegations suggest donor funds flowed to hate groups, specifically accusing them of bankrolling the 2017 Unite the Right rally.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Heidi Beirich, former director of SPLC's Intelligence Project, is accused of using donor money to fund the National Socialist Party of America.Some support5 reports
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Heidi Beirich and the Southern Poverty Law Center were charged in connection with criminal activity, while Kash Patel investigated the matter.Well supported8 reports1 development inside
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Trump directed his Justice Department to target the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) on May 29, 2026.Well supported21 reports2 developments inside
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Andy Ngo critiques the Southern Poverty Law Center's alleged shift in focus to target Donald Trump for fundraising purposes.Some support1 report
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The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is facing a Grand Jury indictment after secretly funneling taxpayer dollars since 2016 to support hate groups like Aryan Nations, NSPoA, and the Ku Klux Klan.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Todd Blanche represents the Justice Department's case, while Heidi Beirich, who previously ran SPLC's hate group project, is mentioned.Some support22 reports
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The Southern Poverty Law Center filed a motion to dismiss charges of vindictive prosecution, claiming administration officials targeted the organization.Well supported3 reports
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The Southern Poverty Law Center is facing a grand jury indictment from the DOJ on charges of financial fraud related to donor funds.Well supported4 reports
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Civil rights organization Southern Poverty Law Center challenged executive branch actions.Some support1 report
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SPLC launches a campaign to educate Alabamians following a court ruling affecting congressional map drawing.Some support1 report
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An inquiry has been requested by James Uthmeier into the conduct of Nancy Abudu during her tenure at the Southern Poverty Law Center.Some support1 report
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Jocelyn Benson, Michigan's Secretary of State, served on the board of the Southern Poverty Law Center.Well supported3 reports
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The Southern Poverty Law Center labeled the Family Research Council as a hate group in 2010, which is led by Tony Perkins.Some support2 reports
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The Southern Poverty Law Center was criticized for hate speech in connection with Save Heritage.Some support1 report
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SPLC highlighted connections between the president and the Republican Party, accusing the administration of vindictive prosecution and influencing extremist ideology.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) focused on the institutional influence exerted by government, media, and corporate America.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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The Southern Poverty Law Center received loan forgiveness for its employees, but the promises were repeatedly struck down by the court.Some support1 report
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SPLC materials are being used in the teaching framework and incorporated into an NSF grant curriculum at a university.Some support1 report
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The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is monitoring hate group activity within the state of Georgia.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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SPLC cited previous fines against Frontline, a conservative lobbying group operating in the state of Georgia.Some support1 report
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The Texas Attorney General, Ken Paxton, has launched a civil investigation into the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) regarding its funding of extremist groups.Some support1 report
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The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is facing a Grand Jury indictment after secretly funneling taxpayer dollars since 2016 to support hate groups like Aryan Nations, NSPoA, and the Ku Klux Klan.Well supported9 reports1 development inside
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The Southern Poverty Law Center is headquartered in the city of Montgomery, Alabama.Some support1 report
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The Southern Poverty Law Center is investigating in-custody deaths of inmates in Hinds County.Some support1 report
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The Southern Poverty Law Center and Family Research Council were targeted by extremist groups and provided information to law enforcement agencies.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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SPLC's hate map was reportedly used by a shooter targeting the Family Research Council, and the map also tracked Charlie Kirk.Some support1 report
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Federal prosecutors allege financial misconduct regarding donor funds from the Southern Poverty Law Center.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Southern Poverty Law Center represented a teacher in a lawsuit stemming from speech on Facebook that led to action by the Oglethorpe County School District.Some support1 report
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Banks alerted the FBI regarding suspicious transactions involving the Southern Poverty Law Center.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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SPLC is accused of funneling money to KKK members, prompting calls for corporate platforms to cease using the organization.Some support1 report
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A leader from the New Jersey Institute for Social Justice has joined the Southern Poverty Law Center amid federal indictment.Some support1 report
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Jimmy Failla and Jim Jordan discussed alleged government misuse and targeting of the Southern Poverty Law Center.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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SPLC placed Moms for Liberty on its hate map, leading to Family Research Council being targeted, while Tom Tiffany vindicated ML.Some support1 report
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The Southern Poverty Law Center is accused of funneling donor cash to the neo-Nazi group National Alliance.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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The SPLCA is accused of funneling donor cash to the neo-Nazi group National Alliance.Some support1 report
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Heidi Beirich directed the Southern Poverty Law Center from 2012 to 2019.Some support2 reports
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Indictments were brought against the Southern Poverty Law Center, which is involved in a civil rights case concerning a $10B tax dispute overseen by the IRS.Some support1 report
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SPLC hosted extremist rallies while a racist incident occurred at a NASCAR track.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Southern Poverty Law Center established a field source presence in Charlottesville, Virginia, on June 5, 2026.Some support7 reports
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SPLC investigated alleged funneling of millions into extremist groups, while tech companies hosted crisis scenario exercises involving OMB.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Jordan Derrick's content on YouTube and Odysee is under scrutiny after being linked to a bomb plot and criticized for funding extremist groups.Some support1 report
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Smartmatic's case details are relevant to James Comey's planned motion, involving the Southern Poverty Law Center in cases citing the Abrego Garcia ruling.Some support1 report
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Around Southern Poverty Law Center this week
News at the entities that move Southern Poverty Law Center most-
Donald Trump OperationalDemocratic leaders Schumer and Jeffries are facing internal political limitations and hindering legislative progress.Moves Southern Poverty Law Center
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Todd Blanche StructuralRobert Garcia suggests that Donald Trump committed impeachable offenses, while Todd Blanche is accused of shielding the president from conversations.Moves Southern Poverty Law Center
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department OperationalThe DOJ is investigating donors related to Donald Trump's plans to build a ballroom at the White House.Moves Southern Poverty Law Center
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FBI OperationalTrump's visit coincides with the ASEAN summit while Apollo Quiboloy faces a child abuse trial and FBI investigation in Manila.Moves Southern Poverty Law Center
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Jim Jordan OperationalDonald Trump attended Arlington National Cemetery while Jim Jordan was elected minority leader and lawmakers filed bills for the new session.Moves Southern Poverty Law Center
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Ken Paxton TransactionalTrump's political pressure led to the downfall of critics like Liz Cheney, while also utilizing Paxton and challenging Cornyn.Moves Southern Poverty Law Center
Connections
The 40 strongest of 118, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Heidi Beirich Structural
Heidi Beirich served in high-level executive capacities, including Chief Financial Officer and Director, at the SPLC, which is now facing scrutiny over financial mismanagement during her tenure.
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Donald Trump Operational
SPLC alleges that Trump and his administration initiated a campaign of political retribution through threats, indictments, and criminal charges.
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Todd Blanche Structural
Todd Blanche, utilizing his official capacity as the investigating office, has initiated formal legal action against the Southern Poverty Law Center.
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Miramar Transactional
SPLC initiated legal action regarding the operational conditions at the Miramar facility.
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FBI Operational
The SPLC and FBI maintain an active, reciprocal relationship involving intelligence sharing, transaction tracking, and operational support.
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Texas Operational
Texas officials have launched civil investigations against SPLC, which in turn represents plaintiffs in lawsuits against Texas officials.
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Gwinnett County Operational
Southern Poverty Law Center has legally challenged Gwinnett County over absentee ballot issues.
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Marks Structural
A is currently under the judicial review of B regarding a specific legal motion.
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department Operational
The Department has filed multiple charges and issued indictments against SPLC for financial misconduct and information sharing failures.
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Margaret Huang Structural
Margaret Huang served as the Chief Executive Officer of the Southern Poverty Law Center.
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Jim Jordan Operational
SPLC is currently facing contempt charges from a committee whose proceedings are influenced by Jim Jordan's testimony and actions.
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Florida Operational
SPLC actively monitors state laws and engages in legal representation within Florida's jurisdiction.
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Office of the Comptroller of the Currency Structural
OCC relies on SPLC's lists and expertise to define reputation risk and restrict financing for banks.
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Family Research Council Mentioned together
SPLC published findings in 2010 labeling FRC as a hate group, which led to the organization being targeted by extremist groups.
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Global Project Against Hate and Extremism Structural
GPAHE was co-founded by officials who previously worked at the Southern Poverty Law Center.
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Portland Transactional
SPLC allegedly funded groups that were bused to Portland.
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Federation for American Immigration Reform Operational
The organizations are engaged in an adversarial relationship, with SPLC designating FAIR as a hate group.
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CBS News Operational
CBS News reported on allegations of financial misconduct and an indictment concerning the Southern Poverty Law Center.
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National Socialist Party of America Transactional
SPLC allegedly provided donor funds to the National Socialist Party of America.
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Oglethorpe County School District Transactional
SPLC provided legal representation services for Oglethorpe County School District in a lawsuit.
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Mississippi Operational
SPLC actively monitors and operates within Mississippi, frequently reacting to state legislation and focusing on local issues.
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Alabama State University Transactional
SPLC sponsored a 'Party to the Polls' rally associated with Alabama State University.
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Moms for Liberty Operational
SPLC classified Moms for Liberty as a hate group on its monitoring map.
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White House Operational
they act on each other directly
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Jocelyn Benson Structural
Jocelyn Benson served as a member of the Southern Poverty Law Center's board of directors.
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Northern Arizona University Structural
SPLC materials are incorporated into Northern Arizona University's curriculum as part of an NSF grant funded program.
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ProPublica Operational
The organizations are functionally linked through shared work investigating opaque gatekeeping decisions within their respective spheres of influence.
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Joe Biden Operational
SPLC has been subject to investigations and policy influences stemming from the Biden administration.
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National Alliance Transactional
SPLC provided financial support and informants to an organization operating within the National Alliance.
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Wells Fargo Operational
SPLC uses its hate map data to influence Wells Fargo's financial access policies.
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Kash Patel Transactional
Kash Patel's sphere of influence has been accused of targeting the SPLC with allegations of fraud and retaliation.
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Stephen Miller Operational
The evidence suggests a functional relationship where the activities and ideology of the Southern Poverty Law Center influence the political ideology of Stephen Miller.
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Alliance Defending Freedom Operational
The two organizations are engaged in active ideological competition regarding civil rights and advocacy work.
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Minneapolis Foundation Operational
they act on each other directly
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Ashley Gorski Structural
Ashley Gorski serves as senior counsel for the Southern Poverty Law Center.
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Jody Owens Structural
Jody Owens served as the lead attorney for the Southern Poverty Law Center.
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Federal Bureau of Investigation Operational
The entities maintain a functional partnership where SPLC provides expertise and information on hate groups and extremist threats utilized by the FBI.
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Andy Ngo Operational
Andy Ngo publicly monitors and critiques the Southern Poverty Law Center regarding shifts in its organizational focus.
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Nancy Abudu Transactional
Nancy Abudu was employed by the Southern Poverty Law Center from 2019 to 2023.
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Ken Paxton Transactional
Ken Paxton launched a civil investigation into the Southern Poverty Law Center.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
2 eventsOctober 2026
5 events- OCC findings reveal banks are restricting services to political figures and using SPLC lists, according to reports by the New York Post.
- Civil rights groups SPLC, NAACP, and LULAC filed lawsuits in San Antonio against Texas officials alleging NVRA violations.
- SPLC filed a complaint demanding the shutdown of a detention center in Florida, involving FDOE and GEO Group.
- The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency relied on the Southern Poverty Law Center to define reputation risk on October 14, 2026.
- Sunrise Movement and Southern Poverty Law Center face Treasury scrutiny following the publication of a video featuring radical leaders.
September 2026
3 events- Treasury officials are reportedly drafting a framework to audit NGOs, using the protests sparked by George Floyd as a catalyst, while foreign policy decisions are under scrutiny.
- The Southern Poverty Law Center operates in Georgia as the state's chapter, coinciding with the upcoming election determining the next governor.
- Inside Climate News reported on a matter involving Benton's experience, which the Southern Poverty Law Center stated is both illegal and immoral.
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August 2026
12 events- DOJ and FBI are investigating the conservative beliefs of two priests, utilizing materials provided by the Southern Poverty Law Center.
- A program rooted in Lyndon Johnson's initiative is being sued for defense against Department of Labor challenges.
- Heidi Beirich was the former chief financial officer of the Southern Poverty Law Center.
- The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) has listed the League of the South as a hate group. This development involves Rawson and Alachua County.
- Investigative groups and foundations are scrutinizing the Southern Poverty Law Center, leading to the freezing of grants due to legal concerns.
- Heidi Beirich, former director of SPLC's Intelligence Project, is accused of using donor money to fund the National Socialist Party of America.
- Heidi Beirich and the Southern Poverty Law Center were charged in connection with criminal activity, while Kash Patel investigated the matter.
- Andy Ngo critiques the Southern Poverty Law Center's alleged shift in focus to target Donald Trump for fundraising purposes.
- Todd Blanche represents the Justice Department's case, while Heidi Beirich, who previously ran SPLC's hate group project, is mentioned.
- Civil rights organization Southern Poverty Law Center challenged executive branch actions.
- SPLC launches a campaign to educate Alabamians following a court ruling affecting congressional map drawing.
- An inquiry has been requested by James Uthmeier into the conduct of Nancy Abudu during her tenure at the Southern Poverty Law Center.
July 2026
12 events- The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is facing a Grand Jury indictment after secretly funneling taxpayer dollars since 2016 to support hate groups like Aryan Nations, NSPoA, and the Ku Klux Klan.
- The Southern Poverty Law Center is facing a grand jury indictment from the DOJ on charges of financial fraud related to donor funds.
- Jocelyn Benson, Michigan's Secretary of State, served on the board of the Southern Poverty Law Center.
- The Southern Poverty Law Center was criticized for hate speech in connection with Save Heritage.
- The Southern Poverty Law Center received loan forgiveness for its employees, but the promises were repeatedly struck down by the court.
- SPLC materials are being used in the teaching framework and incorporated into an NSF grant curriculum at a university.
- SPLC cited previous fines against Frontline, a conservative lobbying group operating in the state of Georgia.
- The Texas Attorney General, Ken Paxton, has launched a civil investigation into the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) regarding its funding of extremist groups.
- The Southern Poverty Law Center is headquartered in the city of Montgomery, Alabama.
- The Southern Poverty Law Center is investigating in-custody deaths of inmates in Hinds County.
- SPLC's hate map was reportedly used by a shooter targeting the Family Research Council, and the map also tracked Charlie Kirk.
- The Southern Poverty Law Center represented a teacher in a lawsuit stemming from speech on Facebook that led to action by the Oglethorpe County School District.
June 2026
26 events- The House Committee uncovered an FBI memo that used SPLC data to define hate groups, detailing regional collaborations and personnel changes.
- A debate emerged regarding the Southern Poverty Law Center's claims on abortion restrictions, with Pat Gray praising Brandon Gill's reasoning.
- Allegations suggest donor funds flowed to hate groups, specifically accusing them of bankrolling the 2017 Unite the Right rally.
- Trump directed his Justice Department to target the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) on May 29, 2026.
- The Southern Poverty Law Center filed a motion to dismiss charges of vindictive prosecution, claiming administration officials targeted the organization.
- The Southern Poverty Law Center labeled the Family Research Council as a hate group in 2010, which is led by Tony Perkins.
- SPLC highlighted connections between the president and the Republican Party, accusing the administration of vindictive prosecution and influencing extremist ideology.
- The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) focused on the institutional influence exerted by government, media, and corporate America.
- The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is monitoring hate group activity within the state of Georgia.
- The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is facing a Grand Jury indictment after secretly funneling taxpayer dollars since 2016 to support hate groups like Aryan Nations, NSPoA, and the Ku Klux Klan.
- The Southern Poverty Law Center and Family Research Council were targeted by extremist groups and provided information to law enforcement agencies.
- Federal prosecutors allege financial misconduct regarding donor funds from the Southern Poverty Law Center.
- Banks alerted the FBI regarding suspicious transactions involving the Southern Poverty Law Center.
- SPLC is accused of funneling money to KKK members, prompting calls for corporate platforms to cease using the organization.
- A leader from the New Jersey Institute for Social Justice has joined the Southern Poverty Law Center amid federal indictment.
- Jimmy Failla and Jim Jordan discussed alleged government misuse and targeting of the Southern Poverty Law Center.
- SPLC placed Moms for Liberty on its hate map, leading to Family Research Council being targeted, while Tom Tiffany vindicated ML.
- The Southern Poverty Law Center is accused of funneling donor cash to the neo-Nazi group National Alliance.
- The SPLCA is accused of funneling donor cash to the neo-Nazi group National Alliance.
- Heidi Beirich directed the Southern Poverty Law Center from 2012 to 2019.
- Indictments were brought against the Southern Poverty Law Center, which is involved in a civil rights case concerning a $10B tax dispute overseen by the IRS.
- SPLC hosted extremist rallies while a racist incident occurred at a NASCAR track.
- The Southern Poverty Law Center established a field source presence in Charlottesville, Virginia, on June 5, 2026.
- SPLC investigated alleged funneling of millions into extremist groups, while tech companies hosted crisis scenario exercises involving OMB.
- Jordan Derrick's content on YouTube and Odysee is under scrutiny after being linked to a bomb plot and criticized for funding extremist groups.
- Smartmatic's case details are relevant to James Comey's planned motion, involving the Southern Poverty Law Center in cases citing the Abrego Garcia ruling.