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Nvidia, Apple, Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta gave Trump a combined $92 million for his ballroom

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Silicon Valley figures and the cryptocurrency industry have reportedly contributed approximately $150 million to support Donald Trump's presidential campaign efforts.

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The report concerns financial support provided by the technology and cryptocurrency sectors to Donald Trump's political campaign.

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Silicon Valley and the crypto industry have reportedly delivered around $150 million for Trump’s ballroom.

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Nvidia, Apple, Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta gave Trump a combined $92 million for his ballroom

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