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Tech Leader Greg Brockman Donates $25 Million to Pro-Trump PAC

1/27/2026

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Greg Brockman, OpenAI's co-founder, and his wife donated $25 million to pro-Trump MAGA Inc. in September 2025, the cycle's largest gift.
The donation mirrors a trend of tech leaders aligning with U.S. President Donald Trump, whose administration seeks to reduce AI regulations.
Greg Brockman backs the pro-AI super PAC Leading the Future, which targets state regulations.
Trump's AI Action Plan seeks to prevent states from imposing AI rules, prioritizing innovation.

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Greg Brockman, OpenAI's co-founder, and his wife donated $25 million to pro-Trump MAGA Inc. in September 2025, the cycle's largest gift.
The donation mirrors a trend of tech leaders aligning with U.S. President Donald Trump, whose administration seeks to reduce AI regulations.
Greg Brockman backs the pro-AI super PAC Leading the Future, which targets state regulations.
Trump's AI Action Plan seeks to prevent states from imposing AI rules, prioritizing innovation.