A new report has linked billionaire philanthropist George Soros and his network of organizations to the “No Kings” protests scheduled for this weekend — demonstrations that have drawn the support of top Democratic figures, including Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.
According to financial records and archived grant disclosures reviewed by Fox News, Soros’ Open Society Foundations (OSF) and its political affiliate, the Open Society Action Fund, have provided millions of dollars in recent years to progressive activist organizations now helping to coordinate and manage the protests.
The large-scale demonstrations, which are planned to take place in Washington, D.C., and several major U.S. cities, are being promoted as a stand against “authoritarian leadership” and “abuses of executive power.” But critics argue that the movement is yet another example of Soros’ influence in shaping political activism across the country.
Funding Trail Leads to Indivisible
At the center of the report is Indivisible, a well-known left-leaning advocacy organization that rose to prominence after the 2016 election by organizing nationwide resistance efforts against then-President Donald Trump.
Public filings show that in 2023, the Open Society Action Fund awarded Indivisible a two-year, $3 million grant to support what it described as the group’s “social welfare activities.” The documents list the funding as part of Soros’ long-term mission to strengthen “open and democratic societies.”
Indivisible currently manages participant registration, volunteer coordination, and digital communication for the “No Kings” protests. Its organizers have described the upcoming demonstrations as “a defense of democracy against those who seek unchecked power.”
While Soros’ organizations have not directly commented on the protests themselves, the grant’s timing and scope suggest that Indivisible’s recent initiatives are being carried out with financial support tied to his network.
Connections Between Soros and Indivisible Run Deep
Indivisible is co-directed by Ezra Levin and Leah Greenberg, a husband-and-wife team who previously worked in Democratic politics. Greenberg formerly served as policy director for Tom Perriello, a former Virginia congressman and gubernatorial candidate who later became executive director of the Open Society Foundations from 2018 to 2023.
That overlap has drawn attention from conservative watchdog groups who argue that the relationship between OSF and Indivisible has grown increasingly close over the years.
In addition to the 2023 grant, financial records show that Soros’ network has given Indivisible over $7.6 million since 2017, spread across multiple grants and partnerships with OSF and other progressive funding networks.
Indivisible also received a $350,000 grant in 2017 from Tides Advocacy, part of the larger Tides Network, another left-leaning philanthropic collective that has worked alongside Open Society in financing activist campaigns.
The Tides Foundation, an affiliate of Tides Advocacy, has been criticized in the past for funding organizations accused of promoting anti-Israel rhetoric and campus protests. Critics say those connections reflect a broader pattern of Soros-aligned groups funding movements that often blur the line between activism and political strategy.
Open Society Foundations Responds
When asked about its funding activities, a spokesperson for the Open Society Foundations told Fox News Digital that its grants comply fully with U.S. law and are aimed at promoting civic participation, not partisan politics.
“We support a wide range of independent organizations that work to deepen civic engagement through peaceful democratic participation, a hallmark of any vibrant society and a right protected by the Constitution,” the spokesperson said. “Our grantees make their own decisions about their work, consistent with the law and the terms of their grant agreements.”
The statement emphasized that OSF does not directly control or dictate the operations of the organizations it supports, noting that its mission remains focused on human rights, transparency, and social equality.
Still, many political observers see the scale and coordination of the “No Kings” protests as evidence of how Soros’ philanthropic empire continues to shape progressive causes across the United States.
Republican Lawmakers Push Back
Republicans have wasted no time in calling attention to the revelations. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) was one of the first to publicly criticize what he called “the hidden hand” of wealthy donors fueling divisive political demonstrations.
“This is exactly what we’ve been warning about for years,” Cruz said in a post on X. “Massive protests, framed as grassroots movements, often turn out to be orchestrated and funded by the same elite power players who claim to oppose ‘monarchy.’ The hypocrisy is staggering.”
Other GOP lawmakers echoed that sentiment, suggesting that the protests are less about protecting democracy and more about pressuring political opponents ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
A senior Republican strategist speaking anonymously told The Daily Caller that the “No Kings” movement “fits perfectly into Soros’ long-term strategy of mobilizing voters through emotionally charged messaging rather than genuine debate.”
The Soros Family’s Expanding Influence
George Soros, now 94, has gradually handed over leadership of his philanthropic network to his son Alex Soros, who serves as chairman of the Open Society Foundations board. The younger Soros has become increasingly vocal in U.S. politics, often meeting with top Democratic officials and advocating for progressive reforms on social media.
Since its founding, the Soros network has distributed over $32 billion globally, funding causes related to social justice, climate change, media reform, and immigration policy. Critics argue that such massive financial influence gives Soros outsized sway over public discourse and policymaking.
Supporters, however, contend that the foundation’s efforts promote equality and combat authoritarianism. “George Soros has spent decades defending democracy and human rights,” said one OSF adviser. “These accusations are simply political theater meant to silence dissent.”
The ‘No Kings’ Message and Its Political Undertones
Organizers of the “No Kings” protests describe the event as a “national day of democratic action” meant to push back against what they view as authoritarian tendencies in U.S. governance. Promotional materials shared online include slogans such as “No one is above the law” and “Power belongs to the people, not kings.”
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is expected to appear at the main rally in Washington, D.C., alongside progressive lawmakers and activists. The event’s timing — just weeks before Congress resumes debate over executive authority and government funding — has fueled speculation that the demonstrations are also intended to pressure lawmakers on those issues.
Opponents see the effort differently. “They talk about opposing ‘kings,’ but what they’re really doing is trying to delegitimize political opponents,” said Rep. Jim Banks (R-IN). “It’s coordinated, it’s well-funded, and it’s designed to control the narrative heading into another election cycle.”
A Pattern of Activism with Global Reach
Political analysts say the “No Kings” protests are part of a broader strategy by Soros-backed groups to influence civic discourse through mass mobilization. Similar demonstrations have been supported by Open Society affiliates in Europe and South America, often under banners promoting democratic accountability and transparency.
While Soros’ defenders argue that such activism strengthens democratic participation, his critics insist that the billionaire’s reach has blurred the line between philanthropy and political engineering.
As the protests unfold across major U.S. cities this weekend, the controversy surrounding their funding is likely to grow — underscoring how deeply divided the country remains over questions of influence, power, and what democracy truly means.
