July 7, 2026

Southern Poverty Law Center Pleads Not Guilty to Expanded Fraud Charges

The SPLC pleaded not guilty to expanded federal fraud charges regarding donor funds.
Prosecutors allege $4.1 million was misappropriated, including funds used for KKK robes and recruiting new members.
The SPLC claims its informant program was vital for intelligence on hate groups and accuses the Justice Department of vindictive prosecution.
A trial is scheduled for October following a remote arraignment.