A Soros-funded activist group is accused of orchestrating a government shutdown, raising concerns about political manipulation.

Story Highlights

• The Indivisible Project, funded by George Soros, pushes to force a government shutdown.
• Democratic lawmakers face pressure to block government funding.
• The Department of Justice is investigating possible extremism links.
• This move echoes past shutdown tactics used for political leverage.

Soros-Backed Campaign Pressures Democrats

The Indivisible Project, a progressive activist group with financial backing from George Soros’ Open Society Foundations (OSF), has launched a campaign to pressure Democratic lawmakers into blocking government funding. This move aims to force a federal government shutdown, thereby obstructing the Republican-led administration’s budget negotiations. The group is targeting Senate Democrats to withhold support for a continuing resolution (CR) needed to keep the government operational.

As the September 30 deadline to pass the CR approaches, the Indivisible Project’s efforts have gained significant media attention. The group’s actions are part of a broader pattern of Soros-funded initiatives, which critics argue are meant to undermine conservative policies and governance. This campaign has stirred significant tension, echoing previous government shutdown scenarios where funding deadlines were used as political battlegrounds.

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DOJ Investigates Soros-Linked Groups

The Department of Justice has begun investigating Soros-linked groups, including OSF, for alleged ties to extremism and domestic terrorism. While OSF has denied any wrongdoing, the investigation underscores the growing scrutiny of Soros’ influence in U.S. politics. These developments could have significant legal and political implications for Soros and his funded organizations, potentially affecting their future advocacy strategies.

Indivisible Project continues to mobilize its supporters, calling on Democratic senators to deny President Trump the “blank check” they claim Republicans are trying to provide. This tactic not only aims to disrupt the current administration but also highlights the ongoing polarization and partisan activism in U.S. politics.

Potential Implications and Political Fallout

The risk of a government shutdown remains high as Congress struggles to reach a funding agreement. A shutdown would disrupt federal services and could result in significant economic losses. It also poses political risks for both parties, with Democrats navigating pressure from activist groups and Republicans seeking to pass a CR with minimal concessions.

In the long run, this situation may lead to increased scrutiny of nonprofit funding in politics and further polarization of the political landscape. The DOJ’s ongoing investigations could result in legal action against OSF or its grantees, potentially altering the strategies of political advocacy groups across the country.

Watch the report: George Soros in trouble? DOJ pushes prosecutors to investigate Open Society Foundations

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