Tech industry wins big in California primary election with millions spent paying off
The tech industry experienced significant victories in California's primary election, despite some high-profile losses. Major spending from tech companies like Google and Meta helped secure wins in smaller district races, while their preferred gubernatorial candidate, Matt Mahan, struggled to gain traction. The overall strategy appears to focus on gaining political leverage to combat regulations and promote growth in the tech sector.
- ▪Silicon Valley's political spending in the California primary election was substantial, with millions invested in various candidates.
- ▪Matt Mahan, the tech industry's favored candidate for governor, received around $50 million in donations but only secured 4% of the vote.
- ▪Scott Weiner, backed by the tech industry, won the most votes for the Senate and is advancing toward the midterms.
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Ballots are inspected the day after California's primary election at the LA county ballot processing center on Wednesday, 3 June 2026. Photograph: Jae C Hong/APView image in fullscreenBallots are inspected the day after California's primary election at the LA county ballot processing center on Wednesday, 3 June 2026. Photograph: Jae C Hong/APCaliforniaTech industry wins big in California primary election with millions spent paying offSilicon Valley is fighting against regulation, taxes and growth of AI and will benefit from having political leverageDara KerrWed 3 Jun 2026 20.50 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleSilicon Valley had a big night in California’s primary election, proving that the tens of millions of dollars funding candidates across the state was money well spent.
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