INDIANAPOLIS, IND. (RFD NEWS) — The National FFA Organization has been given a deadline of today to respond to congressional allegations that put its tax-exempt status in jeopardy. Some members of Congress question the organization’s relationship with Syngenta and the seed company’s connection to China.
In a seven-page letter, they claim the company is linked to the Chinese government and could provide the government with direct access to FFA students. Lawmakers requested information from CEO Scott Stump by today.
RFD NEWS reached out to the National FFA Organization for comment. They told us in part:
“While FFA accepts support from generous donors and sponsors [...] It does not and cannot advocate the views of any donor or sponsor. FFA has received a congressional inquiry about one of our sponsors, and it intends to cooperate fully. As this is an ongoing investigation, FFA will have no further comment.”
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