Paxton Investigating Southern Poverty Law Center in Texas The news of Attorney General Ken Paxton's investigation into the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) has sent shockwaves through the world of civil rights and free speech advocacy.
The SPLC, a nonprofit organization dedicated to tracking hate groups and promoting tolerance, has been a thorn in the side of extremist ideologies for decades.
Background on the Investigation Paxton's office has stated that the investigation is focused on whether the SPLC has properly registered as a foreign agent under the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA).