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Fact-check: Multiple recent X posts (late February 2026) confirm Meta's $65M donations to super PACs targeting California state races to oppose AI regulations, alongside Silicon Valley pledges like $100M from Leading the Future SuperPAC for pro-tech lawmakers in 2026 elections. This aligns with the article's claims of increased tech political spending amid billionaire tax opposition and Newsom's departure. Web results corroborate the Guardian reporting and related coverage, with no contradicting evidence.
California’s billionaires pour cash into elections as big tech seeks new allies
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California's technology billionaires and major companies including Google and Meta are pouring tens of millions of dollars into state politics ahead of 2026 elections, marking a significant uptick in tech industry political engagement. Their goals include opposing a proposed billionaire tax, backing a tech-aligned gubernatorial candidate, and establishing new super PACs. The trend coincides with Governor Gavin Newsom's impending departure and broader industry efforts to shape regulation and main