Southern Poverty Law Center Cuts 25% of Workforce Amid Restructuring

Union claims layoffs will dismantle key departments and undermine organization's mission

Over 60 employees, including union leaders, have been laid off.
The Learning for Justice and Southern Immigrant Freedom Initiative departments face significant cuts.
Union criticizes SPLC for 'hoarding' nearly a billion dollars in reserves.
SPLC states the layoffs aim to streamline operations and focus on racial justice.
The organization has faced multiple controversies and allegations of mismanagement.