Summary
The FBI has ended its partnership with the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) after accusations of political bias. This decision comes shortly after the FBI also cut ties with the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), as it reevaluates relationships with civil rights groups.
Key Facts
- The FBI ended its partnership with the SPLC, citing political bias.
- FBI Director Kash Patel announced the termination on social media.
- The SPLC has been criticized for its "hate map," which marks hate and antigovernment groups.
- Critics argue the SPLC targets mainstream groups and incites violence.
- The FBI also recently severed ties with the Anti-Defamation League (ADL).
- Both the SPLC and ADL have provided research on hate crimes and domestic extremism.
- SPLC has faced criticism from conservatives, including public figures like Elon Musk.
- Republican Senators Lankford and Grassley previously urged the FBI to cut ties with the SPLC.
