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The article discusses the Climate Justice Alliance (CJA), one of 11 organizations chosen by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to receive funding through its Thriving Communities Grantmakers program. The CJA has faced criticism and scrutiny from various groups, including lawmakers, EPA staff, and others. Some key points from the article include: * The CJA has been accused of supporting “partisan” and “extreme” environmental activism, as well as promoting a “ceasefire statement” on its website that calls for an end to violence in Gaza. * The EPA has reportedly placed the CJA under investigation without explanation, despite having previously assured the group that it would receive funding by January 6th. * A letter from EPA and DOE staffers urges the agencies to end their collaboration with Israel until there is a permanent ceasefire and to release all designated federal funds to the CJA. * The EPA has not verified the CJA’s claims about an investigation or provided specific answers to questions from The Verge, stating only that it continues to review the grant. Overall, the article suggests that the CJA has faced intense scrutiny and criticism from various groups, which may be related to its environmental advocacy and pro-Palestinian stance.