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SPLC Faces Controversy Over KKK Funding Claims, "Hate Map" Criticism
The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is facing significant controversy, including accusations of secretly funding the Ku Klux Klan and scrutiny over its role in the 2017 Charlottesville rally. The organization is also receiving blowback from groups targeted by its "hate map" following a DOJ fraud indictment.
22 Apr, 17:31 — 23 Apr, 00:39
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Fox NewsMixed125d ago
SPLC faces blowback from ‘hate map’ targets after DOJ fraud indictment
The DOJ's fraud indictment of the SPLC is drawing swift reactions from groups on its hate map, many calling the charges vindication after years.
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SPLC controversy: Did the group secretly fund Ku Klux Klan? Role in Trump's 2017 Charlottesville rally in focus
SPLC denies fraud claims after DOJ alleges it funneled funds to KKK and extremist-linked groups; specifics of recipients have not been disclosed yet.
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