A report by Americans for Public Trust (APT) suggests that foreign charities have sent nearly $2 billion to American leftist nonprofits, aiming to influence U. S. policies and politics, including opposition to President Trump. This influx of foreign money is seen as a significant threat to U. S. democracy and sovereignty.
1. Funding Sources: Five foreign foundations are highlighted in the report as significant contributors:
• Quadrature Climate Foundation (UK): Donated $530 million to U. S. groups for climate-related advocacy.
• KR Foundation (Denmark): Contributed $36 million to support climate litigation and fossil-fuel divestment.
• Oak Foundation (Switzerland): Funded over $750 million towards organizations promoting climate justice and lawsuits against fossil fuel companies.
• Laudes Foundation (Switzerland): Provided $20 million to U. S. nonprofits focused on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues.
• Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (UK): Donated $553 million to various U. S. entities, with plans to stop funding based on APT’s revelations.
2. Influence Operations: According to APT, these foreign contributions exploit U. S. laws that do not prohibit funding to nonprofits, enabling foreign influence in domestic issues, including protests and lobbying against political figures like Trump.
3. Consequences: The report indicates that this foreign funding could undermine the U. S. political system by promoting foreign agendas and policies, potentially radicalizing American politics towards a more extreme left.
4. Recommendations: APT calls for:
• Closing loopholes in the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA).
• Requiring transparency in the funding sources of politically active nonprofits.
• Possible bans on foreign financing of politically active organizations.
• Investigations into any legal violations by these foreign charities.
5. Broader Implications: The report implies that not just European foundations are involved, but similar activities could be occurring from other international sources, including Latin America and Communist China, aiming to influence U. S. governance.
The revelations from APT stress the importance of addressing and regulating foreign donations to U. S. nonprofits. The flow of foreign funds into American political matters raises critical concerns about democracy and sovereignty, making it crucial for policymakers to take immediate steps to mitigate these risks. The report serves as a warning regarding the unchecked influence of foreign money in the U. S., urging a thorough investigation and stricter regulations to preserve democratic processes.
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