Chris Larsen
Coverage of Chris Larsen in the Nexus archive.
- Trump-backed incumbent loses primary after super PAC bankrolled by Dems meddled in race
Rep. Andy Ogles lost a primary challenge to Charlie Hatcher; this race was noted for external attention and internal conflicts regarding government subsidies. The Invest in Tomorrow Coalition super PAC spent roughly $2 million opposing Ogles, which led Ogles to accuse the group of attempting to undermine him over renewable energy investments. The super PAC is bankrolled by Chris Larsen, who is a frequent Democratic donor.
- Trump-backed incumbent loses primary after super PAC bankrolled by Dems meddled in race
In a primary challenge, Rep. Andy Ogles was defeated by Charlie Hatcher, whose candidacy served as a microcosm of larger forces within the Republican Party. The race attracted attention due to Super PAC spending and Ogles' opposition to renewable energy investments made under the Biden Administration. A review found that the super PAC is bankrolled by Chris Larsen, who has previously contributed to Kamala Harris's failed presidential campaign.
- Trump's endorsement collides with $1.3M effort to oust House ally
A primary race in Tennessee's 5th Congressional District features Trump-backed Andy Ogles facing Charlie Hatcher, who received an endorsement from Gov. Bill Lee. Ogles cites his endorsements from figures like Mike Johnson and Jim Jordan as proof of conservative alignment, while Hatcher is being challenged by the Invest in Tomorrow Coalition super PAC, which spent roughly $1.3 million against him.
- Top Trump ally warns super PAC bankrolled by Dem billionaire is meddling in his GOP primary
A super PAC funded by billionaire Chris Larsen is spending over $2 million to oppose Rep. Andy Ogles in a GOP primary, citing his criticism of clean energy subsidies. The Invest in Tomorrow Coalition, which raised $6.7 million this year, supports Charlie Hatcher, Tennessee’s former commissioner of agriculture, against Ogles. Larsen, founder of Ripple, has donated $6 million to the PAC since February 2026 and previously supported Kamala Harris’s campaign.
- Top Trump ally warns super PAC bankrolled by Dem billionaire is meddling in his GOP primary
A super PAC funded by billionaire Chris Larsen is spending millions to oppose Rep. Andy Ogles in a GOP primary. Larsen has donated to other Democratic groups, and Ogles claims the funding reflects opposition to his stance on energy subsidies and Trump ties.
- The one word missing from Connie Chan’s China policy platform: Taiwan
The article highlights that Connie Chan’s China policy platform does not mention Taiwan. It also notes that protesters plan to rally outside billionaire Chris Larsen’s house.
- Silicon Valley donations make Colorado Democratic primary one of state’s most expensive
Silicon Valley donations to Manny Rutinel's House campaign have made Colorado's Democratic primary one of the state's most expensive. Rutinel faces Shannon Bird, with political groups led by Eric Schmidt and Chris Larsen supporting his platform focused on regulating ICE and affordability.
- A New York House primary has become an AI industry family feud with millions in corporate spending
A New York House primary has become a battleground for competing AI industry interests, with groups funded by OpenAI and Anthropic spending millions to oppose or support Assemblyman Alex Bores. The race highlights tensions over AI regulation, with Bores' past work on AI safety legislation and his former employment at Palantir adding to the controversy.
- Stripe Millionaire Loses Bid for Congress to Candidate Backed by Ripple Co-Founder
Former Stripe engineer Saikat Chakrabarti lost his bid to succeed Nancy Pelosi in California to a candidate backed by Ripple's Chris Larsen.
- Tech billionaires are spending unprecedented sums in California races. Experts say it’s the tip of the iceberg
Tech billionaires in California are spending hundreds of millions to influence state elections and regulations, with Google co-founder Sergey Brin spending $66 million against a billionaire tax. Google and Meta have funded a $10 million Super Pac to support legislative candidates, while crypto mogul Chris Larsen spent $26 million across three Super Paces. The goal is to secure political and regulatory leverage for the tech industry.
- Tech billionaires are spending unprecedented sums in California races. Experts say it’s the tip of the iceberg
Tech billionaires in California are spending hundreds of millions on political campaigns and ballot measures to influence the state's governance. Google co-founder Sergey Brin has spent $66 million to oppose a billionaire tax, while Google and Meta funded a $10 million Super PAC. Other notable contributors include Matt Mahan and Chris Larsen, with efforts spanning state and local races.
- Scott Wiener Opposes a California Billionaire Tax. So Do His Tech CEO Backers.
California state Sen. Scott Wiener opposes a pair of wealth taxes on the ballot, including a one-time statewide tax on California billionaires and a local San Francisco tax on the city's wealthiest businesses. Wiener's opposition is consistent with the priorities of his top donors, including crypto mogul Chris Larsen and venture capitalist Garry Tan. The taxes aim to help fill funding gaps in healthcare and social services.