Peter Thiel, Gay Republican Billionaire, Won't Donate to 2024 Candidates: Report
Thiel, once a major supporter of Donald Trump, won't contribute to candidates in 2024, sources say.
April 26, 2023
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Thiel, once a major supporter of Donald Trump, won't contribute to candidates in 2024, sources say.
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