Fact Check: Did California Give CHIRLA $100M for Protesters?

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Claimant: Social Media

Claim: The State of California paid the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA) more than $100 million mainly to fund protesters.

Rating: BLATANT LIE

Explanation: State budget records show payments to CHIRLA were overwhelmingly tied to immigration legal services and social welfare programs. There is no evidence that California funds were used to organize or pay protesters.

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Date: 02/25/2026

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Last Updated on February 25, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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