Trump administration to grant $12m to groups founded by UK conservatives Jacob Rees-Mogg and Toby Young
Summary
The U.S. State Department under President Donald Trump plans to give $12 million to two UK groups founded by Conservative politicians Jacob Rees-Mogg and Toby Young. The money aims to support organizations that promote free speech and cultural values, though some critics question the use of U.S. funds for influencing foreign politics.Key Facts
- The Trump administration intends to allocate $12 million to two UK-based groups.
- $7 million is planned for 878, a think tank founded by Jacob Rees-Mogg and Dr. Radomir Tylecote, focused on cultural themes and reducing mass immigration.
- 878 was officially set up in the UK in March 2024 and seeks nonprofit status in the U.S.
- $5 million is planned for Free Speech Union International, linked to Toby Young, which promotes free speech and opposes strict online regulations.
- The Free Speech Union says it is non-partisan and does not take government money, but critics see it as aligned with conservative causes.
- Rees-Mogg, Young, and Tylecote spoke at the UK Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), organized by Liz Truss.
- Some foreign leaders, like Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz, expressed concern about U.S. government influence in European politics.
- The State Department says these grants are still under review and must pass a rigorous vetting process.
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