AI Super PAC Raises $125 Million to Fight State Regulations, Backs GOP Candidates in Midterm Races

Feb 02, 2026
CNBC
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Summary

AI Super PAC Leading the Future raises $125 million from major tech companies including OpenAI and Palantir to oppose state AI regulations and backs Republican candidates in midterm elections.

Key Points

  • Super PAC Leading the Future raises $125 million in 2025 with backing from major AI companies including Andreessen Horowitz, OpenAI, and Palantir co-founders
  • The group holds $70 million cash on hand and actively opposes state-by-state AI regulations while supporting candidates who favor uniform national AI policies
  • Leading the Future intervenes in midterm races by opposing Democratic candidate Alex Bores in Manhattan and supporting Republican Chris Gober in Texas

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