City council in L.A. plans to issue $177 million in payments to activist nonprofits, including those that have sued the city.
The Los Angeles City Council is set to vote on Tuesday regarding a significant agreement estimated at around $177 million, which would direct taxpayer funds to several influential tenant advocacy nonprofits, some of which have a history of suing the city. This proposal, backed by Councilor Nithya Raman, a candidate for mayor, aims to secure […]
19 Republican attorneys general request DOJ to look into nonprofits regarding overseas funding
Investigation Requested into Nonprofit Organizations Nineteen Republican attorneys general have formally requested that the Justice Department look into numerous nonprofit organizations in the U.S. They believe these groups may have violated the federal Foreign Agents Act, having received approximately $2 billion in foreign donations over the last decade. The inquiry, aimed at Attorney General Pam […]
Scott Bessent seeks a leading official for the Treasury to address questionable nonprofits.
Treasury Department Considers New Position to Oversee Nonprofits Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is exploring the idea of hiring a new official to tackle nonprofits that might be misusing their charitable status for tax evasion, as reported by a recent article. Bessent aims to appoint someone senior at the Treasury Department who can closely examine the […]
Virginia Democrat Aims to End Oversight of Nonprofits Following Somali Fraud Scandal
Virginia Democrats Propose Bill on Federal Benefit Verification Virginia Democrats have put forth legislation aimed at preventing the state from verifying eligibility for federal taxpayer benefits. The proposed bill, brought forth by state Rep. Jessica Anderson, specifies that “no state agency responsible for administering federal funds shall impose requirements on nonprofit charitable organizations providing federal […]
Republicans urge the Treasury to take action against nonprofits for fraud and extremism
Congress Calls for Stricter Oversight of Nonprofits Amid Fraud Allegations As nonprofits face heightened scrutiny over allegations of fraud and their roles in divisive protests nationwide, House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith, along with 25 Republican members, is urging Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to take action against organizations accused of promoting “anti-American and/or […]
Stefanik and Jordan call for Hochul to stop New York funding for nonprofits linked to China and investigate Beijing’s election interference.
Calls to End State Funding for China-Linked Nonprofits In Washington, Representatives Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) and Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) are urging New York Governor Kathy Hochul to halt all state funding for nonprofits connected to China, citing possible “election interference.” This plea comes via a letter obtained by the Post. The duo, which includes the New […]
New York City affordable housing legislation would prioritize nonprofits in purchasing multifamily properties.
New Bill Creates Controversy Over Property Rights in NYC A significant faction of the City Council, leaning far-left, is facing accusations of driving New York City into a “communist dystopia.” The proposed legislation could impose heavy fines—up to $30,000—on property owners who resist its requirements. Known as the “Community Opportunity Purchase Act” (COPA), this bill […]
Nonprofits Assert That Sam Altman’s OpenAI Is Using Legal Pressure to Suppress Dissent
OpenAI, the tech leader behind ChatGPT, is facing accusations from at least seven nonprofit organizations that it employs aggressive legal strategies to intimidate and silence its critics. According to NBC News, these nonprofits claim that OpenAI, which is known as the most valuable AI startup globally, is using broad subpoenas as a tactic for legal […]
Left-Wing Nonprofits Reveal Their Positions After Trump’s Executive Actions
Far-Left Groups Respond to Trump’s Memo on Domestic Terrorism Dozens of left-leaning nonprofits have come together to express their disapproval of President Trump’s recent memorandum, which focuses on domestic terrorism and political violence. Their open letter critiques the President’s approach, stating that while political violence should not be tolerated, his attempts to undermine organizations he […]
Leader of troubled 9/11 Memorial & Museum has history of significant salary increases amidst contentious actions at failing nonprofits
The 9/11 Memorial & Museum’s CEO, as reported, found herself facing scrutiny despite the nonprofit’s challenges. Before taking this role in July 2022, Elizabeth Hillman spent six years as president of Mills College, a women’s liberal arts institution in Oakland, California. Back in 2021, she encountered issues with the college’s fiduciary, who withheld essential financial […]