A quiet marriage in Jamaica in 2017 connected the worlds of American progressive activism and a sophisticated, globally-reaching financial network. Jodie Evans, co-founder of the prominent anti-war group Code Pink, wed Neville Roy Singham, a tech millionaire whose wealth would soon fuel a hidden influence campaign.
The connection, initially overlooked, has now been laid bare. A detailed investigation by The New York Times revealed that Code Pink, long presented as a grassroots peace organization, operates as a key component of a carefully constructed effort to defend and promote the interests of the Chinese government.
Singham, who relocated to Shanghai after selling his software company for a substantial sum, isn’t simply a donor. He’s the architect of a complex web of nonprofits and shell companies that funnel hundreds of millions of dollars to groups worldwide. These organizations, while often advocating for progressive causes, consistently echo Chinese government talking points.
The scale of the operation is staggering. The Times tracked funds flowing from Singham-linked entities to think tanks, event spaces, political parties, and news organizations across the globe. Groups like No Cold War, initially presented as independent collectives, were revealed to be integral parts of this coordinated campaign.
Code Pink’s transformation is particularly striking. Once critical of China’s human rights record, the organization now actively defends the country’s policies, including the controversial internment of Uyghurs. This shift coincided with a significant influx of funding – over $1.4 million since 2017 – from groups directly linked to Singham.
Evans’ own words offer a telling glimpse into the dynamic. When asked for any criticism of China, she struggled to articulate even a minor complaint, ultimately lamenting the difficulty of using Chinese mobile payment apps. This seemingly innocuous remark underscores a broader pattern of unwavering support.
Singham’s operations aren’t confined to financial support. His Shanghai office is shared with Maku Group, a Chinese media company explicitly dedicated to “telling China’s story well” – a phrase widely understood as a euphemism for propaganda. Maku actively produces content for global media outlets and progressive think tanks.
The network extends beyond Code Pink, encompassing organizations like The People’s Forum and the Party for Socialism and Liberation (PSL). These groups, also funded by Singham, have been identified as key players in recent protests and demonstrations, including those against U.S. policy towards Venezuela and the anti-ICE protests that erupted across the country.
Investigations reveal a remarkable level of coordination. Following reports of U.S. operations in Venezuela, a rapid sequence of social media posts and protest calls originated from Singham-funded entities, demonstrating a pre-planned response and a unified message. This wasn’t spontaneous outrage; it was a meticulously orchestrated operation.
The implications are profound. A foreign power is actively funding groups within the United States to promote its agenda and sow discord. The narrative of grassroots activism is shattered, replaced by a disturbing picture of external influence and calculated manipulation. The question now is not simply who is protesting, but who is paying them – and what is their ultimate goal.
The pattern is undeniable: money flowing from China to organizations actively working to undermine American interests and destabilize the country. The carefully constructed facade of independent activism has been stripped away, revealing a network designed to advance a foreign power’s agenda on American soil.
