Yes, CHIRLA has been involved in organizing protests against ICE in Los Angeles. CHIRLA’s executive director, Angelica Salas, has publicly condemned these raids, and the organization has encouraged reporting ICE activities to the LA Rapid Response Network. These protests anee escalating into riots, with violent clashes involving federal agents, though CHIRLA’s direct role in inciting violence.
Regarding funding, CHIRLA is indeed listed in ActBlue’s official directory, and ActBlue facilitates donations to the organization, as noted by Just The News and other outlets. While CHIRLA’s website primarily uses Funraise for donations, its association with ActBlue is documented. CHIRLA’s 2023 IRS 990 filing shows revenues of approximately $45 million, with significant government grants, including $34 million from the State of California, ActBlue, a Democratic Party-affiliated nonprofit, is currently under investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice and Congress for potential issues with “straw” or foreign contributions.