Lawmakers Warn of ‘Trojan Horses’ in Advocacy Groups

House Foreign Affairs Committee members have publicly accused certain domestic advocacy groups, including CodePink, of serving as covert channels for foreign influence. They call for mandatory transparency and full compliance with the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA).

Allegations of Foreign Influence

During a recent hearing, committee members highlighted concerns that some non‑profit organizations may be used by foreign actors to shape U.S. policy. The term “Trojan horse” was employed to describe how these groups could conceal foreign agendas behind legitimate domestic activism.

Demand for FARA Disclosure

Lawmakers urged that any organization receiving foreign funding or direction must disclose this relationship under FARA. They argued that transparency is essential to protect democratic decision‑making from covert foreign interference.

Implications for Civil Society

The call for stricter disclosure could affect a wide range of advocacy groups. While supporters of the measure stress national security, critics warn it might chill legitimate grassroots organizing and limit civil society’s ability to engage on international issues.

Next Steps

Committee members plan to draft legislation that would tighten reporting requirements for organizations that receive foreign support. They also intend to hold additional hearings to examine the extent of foreign influence in U.S. advocacy circles.

Source: Fox News

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