The Civil Society Project

Congress Begins Investigating George Soros’ Influence In European Politics

Soros Fund Management Chairman George Soros speaks at the Nicolas Berggruen Conference in Berlin, Germany, Oct. 30, 2012. (AP/Thomas Peter)
WASHINGTON — After years of veiled accusations condemning the “empire” of organizations controlled and funded by Hungarian-born billionaire George Soros, U.S. lawmakers have finally decided to open an official investigation into allegations that Soros has subverted European governments that resist neoliberal policies.