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Southern Poverty Law Center indicted on federal fraud charges related to past use of paid informants

Southern Poverty Law Center indicted on federal fraud charges related to past use of paid informants

The Southern Poverty Law Center has been indicted on federal fraud charges related to its past use of paid informants to infiltrate extremist groups

Southern Poverty Law Center says it faces a Justice Department criminal probe over paid informants

Southern Poverty Law Center says it faces a Justice Department criminal probe over paid informants

The Southern Poverty Law Center says it’s the subject of a Justice Department criminal investigation and faces possible charges over its use of paid informants to infiltrate extremist groups

What to know about the Southern Poverty Law Center

What to know about the Southern Poverty Law Center

The Southern Poverty Law Center is in the spotlight after the civil rights group announced Tuesday that it is the subject of a U.S. Justice Department criminal investigation because of its past use of paid informants

Southern Poverty Law Center says Trump administration is probing its use of paid informants

Southern Poverty Law Center says Trump administration is probing its use of paid informants

April 21 (Reuters) - The Southern Poverty Law Center, a civil rights organization that tracks extremist groups, said on Tuesday it was facing a criminal investigation and possible charges by President Donald Trump's administration over its past use of paid informants.

Southern Poverty Law Center Faces Federal Fraud Charges Over Paid Informants

Southern Poverty Law Center Faces Federal Fraud Charges Over Paid Informants

The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) has been indicted on federal fraud charges related to its use of paid informants to infiltrate extremist groups such as the Ku Klux Klan. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the charges, which include wire fraud, bank fraud, and conspiracy to commit money laundering. The SPLC allegedly raised millions of dollars to pay informants without disclosing the details of this program to donors. The organization claims the program was essential for monitoring threats and sharing information with law enforcement. SPLC's chief executive, Bryan Fair, stated that the organization will vigorously defend itself against these charges.

Southern Poverty Law Center Faces Federal Fraud Charges Over Informant Program

Southern Poverty Law Center Faces Federal Fraud Charges Over Informant Program

The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) has been indicted on federal fraud charges related to its use of paid informants to infiltrate extremist groups. The charges include wire fraud, bank fraud, and conspiracy to commit money laundering. The SPLC allegedly raised millions of dollars to pay informants to monitor groups such as the Ku Klux Klan and other extremist organizations. The indictment follows revelations of a criminal investigation into the SPLC's informant program, which aimed to gather information on threats of violence.

In reversal, Justice Department withdraws subpoenas in John Brennan investigation, AP sources say

In reversal, Justice Department withdraws subpoenas in John Brennan investigation, AP sources say

The Justice Department has withdrawn subpoenas issued in the investigation of former CIA Director John Brennan, with officials asking for voluntary interviews instead of testimony before a grand jury

Resignations and firings have depleted the FBI and Justice Department. They're scrambling to rebuild

Resignations and firings have depleted the FBI and Justice Department. They're scrambling to rebuild

The FBI and Justice Department are scrambling to rebuild a depleted workforce after a wave of departures over the last year

FBI Director Kash Patel sues The Atlantic for article that alleged excessive drinking

FBI Director Kash Patel sues The Atlantic for article that alleged excessive drinking

FBI Director Kash Patel has filed a $250 million lawsuit against The Atlantic magazine and its reporter Sarah Fitzpatrick, contending its article posted last week that talked about his alleged excessive drinking was a “malicious hit piece.”

Fears of looser standards as the FBI and Justice Department scramble to fill a depleted workforce

Fears of looser standards as the FBI and Justice Department scramble to fill a depleted workforce

The FBI and Justice Department are scrambling to rebuild a depleted workforce after a wave of departures over the last year

US Supreme Court to consider SEC's 'disgorgement' power

US Supreme Court to consider SEC's 'disgorgement' power

By John Kruzel WASHINGTON, April 20 (Reuters) - The U.S.