Bill Gates Donates $50 Million To Support Kamala Harris’ Presidential Campaign: Report
Bill Gates made a discreet donation of $50 million to endorse Kamala Harris’ presidential bid, citing apprehensions about the possibility of another term for Trump.
Bill Gates, renowned as one of the wealthiest individuals globally, has quietly contributed a sum of USD 50 million to a non-profit organization backing the Democratic Presidential nominee Kamala Harris. The New York Times reported this donation, emphasizing Gates’ decision to keep it undisclosed. Despite not openly endorsing Harris, who is competing against Republican incumbent Donald Trump in the forthcoming November 5 election, Gates’ substantial contribution speaks volumes.
The donation from one of Microsoft’s co-founders was directed to the nonprofit branch of Future Forward, known as Future Forward USA Action. This particular group operates as a “dark money” organization and does not reveal the identities of its donors, ensuring that any financial support from the prominent American billionaire will remain undisclosed in public records.
Gates has allegedly shared worries in private regarding the impact of another term for Trump. The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the philanthropic entity he leads, is especially apprehensive about the possibility of reduced funding for family planning and global health initiatives in the event of Trump’s re-election. Nevertheless, Gates has stressed his readiness to collaborate with any of the candidates.
In his response to the NYT report, he emphasized the importance of bipartisanship, underlining the unique nature of the current election. Gates expressed his backing for candidates who exhibit a strong dedication to enhancing healthcare, alleviating poverty, and combating climate change on both domestic and global fronts.
His track record of working with leaders across party lines was emphasized, yet he stressed the extraordinary importance of this election for both Americans and vulnerable communities worldwide. Gates expressed optimism about Harris potentially becoming the Democratic nominee after US President Joe Biden opted not to run for re-election in July. Highlighting her youthful perspective and adeptness in addressing current challenges.
Harris, who has reached the age of 60, faces off against Trump, who at 78, holds the title of the oldest presidential nominee in the history of the United States. Melinda French Gates, the former wife of Bill Gates, has chosen to publicly support Harris, aligning herself with a group of at least 81 billionaires who are backing the candidate in her competition against Trump. On the other hand, Trump enjoys the endorsement of Elon Musk, a prominent figure known for his immense wealth.
