Trump Calls for George Soros's Imprisonment, Citing Progressive Funding
Former President Donald Trump has publicly stated that billionaire George Soros "should be in jail" for his support of progressive causes. This is the latest in a series of attacks against the 95-year-old philanthropist and major donor to the Democratic party. Trump's accusations include baseless claims that Soros funds protests and demonstrations against his administration.
Trump's Accusations and Demands for Investigation
Trump referenced his previous demand for Soros to be prosecuted for racketeering, stating on Fox & Friends that "We’re going to look into Soros, because I think it’s a RICO case against him and other people...Because this is more than like protests. This is real agitation." During a phone call with NBC News, the former president stood by his stance, reiterating that Soros "should be in jail" and calling him "a bad guy."
The Open Society Foundation's Response
The Open Society Foundation, founded by George Soros, funds progressive causes globally, focusing on justice, human rights, and combating corruption in elections. In response to Trump's allegations, the Foundation referred to a previous statement rebuking the accusations as "outrageous and false." They affirmed that they "do not support or fund violent protests" and that the threats against their founder are unacceptable.
"The Open Society Foundations, founded by George Soros and chaired by Alex Soros, do not support or fund violent protests...Allegations to the contrary are false, and the threats against our founder and chair are outrageous."
Broader Context: Investigations and Political Tensions
Trump's attacks on Soros coincide with ongoing investigations by the Department of Justice into various Democratic figures and critics of his policies. This includes a recent FBI search of former National Security Advisor John Bolton's home, allegedly related to classified information. Trump himself is facing RICO-like charges in Georgia, where he is accused of leading a "criminal enterprise" to overturn the 2020 presidential election results.
| Entity | Description |
|---|---|
| George Soros | Billionaire philanthropist and Democratic mega-donor |
| Donald Trump | Former President of the United States |
| Open Society Foundation | Organization founded by Soros, funding progressive causes |
| RICO Act | Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act |
