Former President Donald Trump has recently drawn growing political and financial support in regions where such backing was previously considered unlikely. His increasing appeal has been highlighted by a recent high-profile fundraising event held in San Francisco, an area long associated with Democratic leadership and figures such as former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
According to reports, the event took place in the Pacific Heights home of venture capitalists David Sacks and Chamath Palihapitiya, who also co-host the popular “All-In” podcast. The gathering reportedly brought together prominent figures from the tech and investment sectors, including several well-known cryptocurrency and venture capital professionals.
The fundraiser is said to have generated close to $12 million, with attendance tiers ranging from $50,000 to $500,000 depending on access and benefits. Supporters at the event described an atmosphere focused on policy discussion and emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence, which has become a frequent topic in political and business circles.
Harmeet Dhillon, a member of the Republican National Committee, noted that Donald Trump appeared relaxed during the event, engaging attendees with humor and conversation about AI. The gathering has been interpreted by observers as a sign of shifting political dynamics, particularly within influential business communities in traditionally Democratic strongholds.