Color of Change leader visits White House, credits Trump prosecution

Rashad Robinson, president of Color of Change, has visited the White House multiple times during the Biden administration, with records indicating at least five visits. His organization played a significant role in supporting the election of Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, who recently indicted former President Donald Trump on business records fraud charges. Robinson publicly credited his organization for this prosecution, referring to it as a result of their efforts to hold Bragg accountable to their goals. Color of Change PAC endorsed Bragg's campaign and contributed $1 million to support his election, emphasizing the need for reform in Manhattan's criminal justice system. The financial backing from George Soros, who donated $1 million to the PAC shortly after the endorsement, highlights the influence of funding in progressive prosecutor races. Soros has a history of supporting liberal causes, particularly those aimed at overhauling the criminal justice system. The connection between the Trump prosecution and the Biden administration has been scrutinized, particularly regarding the hiring of prosecutor Matthew Colangelo, who left the Biden Justice Department to join Bragg's office. Although the DOJ stated there were no records of communication between Colangelo and Bragg's office during his tenure, the timing of his move raises questions about potential coordination. Additionally, Fani Willis's office, involved in prosecuting Trump, communicated with the White House regarding trial logistics. This included meetings between Willis's lead special prosecutor and Biden's White House counsel, suggesting a level of interaction that could influence the prosecution's direction. These developments reflect the complex interplay between political advocacy, funding, and legal proceedings in high-profile cases.