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SPLC Faces Justice Dept. Probe Over Informants
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The Southern Poverty Law Center, founded by Morris Dees, is under a U.S. Justice Department criminal probe for using paid informants to infiltrate extremist groups. The center claims these informants provided crucial intel on threats, shared it with authorities, and prevented harm. CEO Bryan Fair recently disclosed this, emphasizing secrecy to protect all involved. The centers work has been controversial, with conservatives accusing them of partisan smears, particularly after labeling Turning Point USA as a hate group. The centers legacy is now at stake as threats persist and partnerships fray.
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