A coalition of left-leaning activists, funded significantly by the Soros family, is pushing a campaign aimed at persuading Democratic senators to oppose government funding, potentially leading to partial shutdowns.
The political arm of Indivisible, called the Indivisible Project, has reportedly received $7.6 million in grants from Soros’ Open Society Foundation over the last eight years. The foundation, established in the early ’90s by billionaire George Soros alongside his son Alexander, continues to wield considerable influence.
“Federal funding runs out on September 30, and Republicans need a Democratic vote to bypass the filibuster and avert a shutdown,” stated an Indivisible communication. “Democrats are in a strong position and must leverage that to stand against former President Trump.”
If an ongoing resolution is not passed by Tuesday, the government will face a closure. Senate Democrats, under the leadership of minority leader Chuck Schumer, have not yet backed Republican proposals that lack several progressive policy measures.
“In previous funding negotiations, Schumer and a few other Democrats conceded,” the group noted. “If that happens again, Trump will exploit our resources, militarize our cities, and threaten our communities.” Such concerns underline the urgency felt by the group.
Schumer had previously collaborated with Republicans back in March to ensure government funding, which some view as a compromise.
Indivisible urged constituents to remind Democratic senators that “we cannot hand over blank checks to aspiring kings” and encouraged voters to apply public pressure on Schumer to remain steadfast.
After Schumer and several Senate Democrats sided with Republicans in March to secure funding, there were ongoing discussions among party members about his future leadership, including potential challenges from figures like Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
On September 19, the House passed a clean resolution to fund the government through November 21 with Republican backing. However, it failed to gather enough votes to clear the Senate filibuster the same day.
Moreover, the Senate dismissed Schumer’s supported resolution along party lines on September 19, which did not sufficiently address cuts demanded by GOP proposals.
A White House spokesperson stated, “Senate Democrats must approve a clean resolution and resist pressures from the radical left backed by Soros. Additional spending, taxpayer-funded health care for illegal immigrants, and cuts to essential health programs are not acceptable.” They further warned that giving in to extreme factions could lead to a government shutdown impacting vital services.
Reports suggest that Trump intends to meet with key congressional leaders, including Schumer, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and House Speaker Mike Johnson.
Indivisible has not provided any responses to requests for comments from the news outlet involved.
