U.S. federal prosecutors are investigating senior leaders of the Black Lives Matter organization for alleged misuse of over $90 million in donations collected during the 2020 protests following the killing of George Floyd. The probe, led by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California, focuses on whether the foundation mismanaged charitable funds. Sources familiar with the probe told Fox News that the Department of Justice’s inquiry began during the Biden administration but has received renewed attention under the Trump administration. The scope of the probe remains unclear, with no criminal charges filed yet.
The investigation is examining the handling of donations that surged during the nationwide demonstrations sparked by the George Floyd killing, which saw the group receive contributions exceeding $90 million. Investigators have issued subpoenas and executed at least one search warrant in recent weeks as they assess whether foundation leaders or related organizations improperly managed charitable funds. The Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation stated in a statement to the Associated Press that it is not a target of any federal criminal investigation and remains committed to transparency and accountability.
The scope of the probe has expanded to other Black-led advocacy groups that gained prominence during the 2020 nationwide demonstrations. The Associated Press reported that the inquiry includes groups that were active during the demonstrations. The Department of Justice declined to comment, and Fox News has reached out to Black Lives Matter for further information. The investigation reflects broader concerns about the handling of donations by prominent organizations during periods of social upheaval.