Peter Thiel—Bankrolled JD Vance's 2022 Senate campaign with $15M donation
Peter Thiel donated $15 million to support JD Vance's successful 2022 Ohio Senate campaign through the Protect Ohio Values PAC. Vance later became Trump's 2024 running mate and Vice President. Thiel's investment in Vance represents one of the most consequential political donations in recent history.
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Bankrolled JD Vance's 2022 Senate campaign with $15M donation
Peter Thiel donated $15 million to support JD Vance's successful 2022 Ohio Senate campaign through the Protect Ohio Values PAC. Vance later became Trump's 2024 running mate and Vice President. Thiel's investment in Vance represents one of the most consequential political donations in recent history.