JD Vance urges billionaire Peter Thiel to help bankroll Trump campaign
SUMMARY
Republican vice-presidential nominee JD Vance has urged tech billionaire Peter Thiel to financially support Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign. In an interview with the Financial Times, Vance emphasized Thiel’s importance in strengthening the Republican campaign against Kamala Harris, stating, “He is fundamentally a conservative guy, and I think that he needs to get off the sidelines and support the ticket.” Despite Thiel's previous stance of not funding Republican candidates in 2024, Vance, who received Thiel's backing in his 2022 Senate bid, remains hopeful. He warned that Thiel could feel more "exhausted by politics" if Trump loses. The Trump campaign is actively seeking support from wealthy donors, as it aims to build a strong financial base to compete in key swing states crucial for the upcoming election. Thiel has not yet responded.
