News about Charles Koch

As billionaire backers 'take responsibility' of the humiliating GOP primary loss in her home state, the Koch network has cut funding for Haley

www.dailymail.co.uk, February 26, 2024
Since her defeat in her home state, a network funded by billionaire Charles Koch has decided not to fund Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley as it 'takes stock.' Americans For Prosperity Action, the influential conservative group behind Haley in the Republican presidential primary, has decided not to continue funding for her campaign. According to Federal Election Commission reports, AFP has invested over $32 million in Haley since endorsing her in late November. The group, founded in 2004, is one of the most influential American conservative organizations, backed by billionaire brothers Charles Koch and David Koch (Pictured: Bill and David Koch left, 2017)

Joe Tsai, the Brooklyn Nets' owner, is in talks to sell a minority stake to the billionaire Koch family's fifth generation, five years after announcing $3.5 billion takeover

www.dailymail.co.uk, February 22, 2024
According to rumors, members of the billionaire Koch family are in talks to purchase a minority interest in the Brooklyn Nets. Bloomberg was among other sporting businesses to announce the potential purchase, which could also include BSE Global, the Nets investment firm that also owns Barclays Center and the WNBA's New York Liberty among other sporting interests. The Koch family and Nets founder Joe Tsai, who agreed to a $3.5 billion contract to reclaim complete control of the NBA franchise back in 2019, is said to be ongoing.

During a emotional memorial service, Suzanne Somers' son Bruce pays a loving tribute to his late mother: "She made you feel like a million dollars."

www.dailymail.co.uk, December 3, 2023
Bruce Somers, Suzanne Somers' son, paid a loving tribute to his late mother during a memorial service held at the Stone Eagle Club in Palm Desert on Thursday. The festival was dedicated to honoring the actor's legacy nearly two months after she tragically died on Sunday, October 15 - just one day before her 77th birthday. Several people attended to help honor the Three's Company's alum, including her husband Alan Hamel, their children, as well as billionaire Charles Koch and his wife.

Nikki Haley of the Republican Party is supported by the Koch network: With just 48 days until the Iowa caucus, a group associated with billionaire Charles says it will do 'everything' to make her next president and snubs Trump

www.dailymail.co.uk, November 28, 2023
On Tuesday, billionaire Charles Koch endorsed Nikki Haley for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, saying she was the most credible contender to overthrowrown President Joe Biden next year. It's the most recent boost for the former governor of South Carolina, who has seen her stock rise with strong debate results and increasing poll numbers. Her traditional conservative positions are also aligned with the Koch network, which uses its funds to call for tax reform and less government control.

The new generation of uber-rich Americans is in his fourth decade

www.dailymail.co.uk, May 28, 2023
As the elder members of their dynasties die, a new generation of American heirs is expected to inherit fortunes. The Waltons, the shopping behemoths, are America's richest family. They are followed by many families, including the Cargill-MacMillans, the Lauders, the Cathys, and the Hearsts.

Pro-Desantis PAC is a nonprofit group that helps Trump move out of Florida

www.dailymail.co.uk, April 22, 2023
Never Back Down's CEO issued the statement in a tweet shared on the political action committee's website on Saturday, a day after Trump chastised DeSantis' Florida for being "among the worst states" to live in and raise a family. Despite the 44-year-old's failure to officially announce any presidential candidates, Never Back Down is promoting DeSantis for president. Its strongly worded assertion, which was shared in one of its latest ads promoting DeSantis, is the latest in a long line between Trump and the Florida politician, who had up until recently performed songs of praise for each other. It all changed last November, when Trump declared his third straight White House Bid. The men were immediately divided, resulting in the unfolding war of words on display.