George Soros’ foundations pledge $300M for US democracy amid attacks on nonprofits
George Soros' Open Society Foundations has pledged $300 million to support U.S. democracy initiatives over the next five years. This commitment comes amid ongoing attacks from the Trump administration against Soros and his philanthropic efforts. The funding aims to enhance democratic rights and economic security while addressing issues like the racial wealth gap and civil rights protections.
- ▪Open Society Foundations pledged $300 million for U.S. democracy initiatives over five years.
- ▪The funding aims to defend democratic rights and advance economic security.
- ▪The initiative is a response to attacks from the Trump administration targeting Soros and nonprofits.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onGeorge Soros’ foundations pledge $300M for US democracy amid attacks on nonprofitsGeorge Soros’ Open Society Foundations pledged $300 million Wednesday to initiatives it says will defend democratic rights and advance economic security in the U.S. over the next five yearsByTHALIA BEATY Associated PressMay 20, 2026, 8:02 AM1:28FILE - Alex Soros, on behalf of his father George Soros, stands in the East Room of the White House, Jan. 4, 2025, in Washington.
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