Florida AG Subpoenas DSA Over Alleged Foreign Funding Ties

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is subpoenaing the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) to investigate potential violations of state laws regarding foreign political contributions.

The move follows the recent election of a DSA-backed candidate to the Florida Legislature, according to reporting from the Phoenix.

Uthmeier is examining whether the organization accepted financial support or assistance from foreign regimes, specifically targeting Cuba and China. The investigation aims to determine if the group’s fundraising activities from Florida donors have complied with state transparency and legality requirements.

Today my office issued a subpoena to the Democratic Socialists of America. We’re examining foreign contributions—including from Cuba and China—tied to their delegations and travel fund solicitations. FL law requires transparency. We will hold those who break the law accountable. pic.twitter.com/Xu8MUoDwZb

— Post by @AGJamesUthmeier on X

“We are examining whether DSA accepted contributions or support from foreign sources of concern, including the regimes in Cuba and China,” Uthmeier said in a video posted to his social media channels. He added that the office is looking into whether fundraising from Florida donors has been “fully transparent and lawful.”

The investigation centers on recent activities involving DSA members. In March, a delegation of DSA members, including residents of Florida, participated in the “Nuestra America” convoy to Cuba. This group joined a coalition of activist organizations, such as Code Pink and Progressive International, to deliver medical supplies, school supplies, and solar panels to the island while meeting with Cuban government officials.

BREAKING NEWS: Florida AG James Uthmeier Announces Subpoenas For DSA Over Alleged China Ties

The Attorney General’s inquiry leans on recent legislative shifts in Florida designed to curb international political interference. In 2025, the Florida Legislature passed SB 700, a law that prohibits nonprofits from accepting donations from individuals or entities associated with “foreign countries of concern.”

Under these regulations, the list of prohibited foreign entities includes:

Florida SUBPOENAS Democratic Socialists For Suspected Cuba, China Ties

China
Cuba
North Korea
Russia
Iran
Syria
The Venezuelan government of Nicholas Maduro

A spokesperson for the national DSA told the Phoenix that the organization is “aware of the situation and have no comment at this time.”

The legal proceedings will likely hinge on the distinction between humanitarian aid and political solicitation. While the March convoy focused on the delivery of supplies, the Attorney General’s office is focused on the flow of capital and whether any of that support originated from the regimes identified in SB 700.