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90.3 MAGA

Keith Rabois

Keith Rabois is a Managing Director at Khosla Ventures and a prominent technology investor known for his early roles at PayPal, LinkedIn, and Square, as well as co-founding Opendoor.

Roles & Affiliations

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  • Executive of

    Palantir

    Through 2013

    92.2 MAGA

Key Evidence

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Strongest Signal

Affiliation

Mar 01, 2019

Pro-MAGA
9 Weight Impact on the score.
95% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Membership in the 'PayPal Mafia' and Ties to Peter Thiel

Rabois is a prominent member of the 'PayPal Mafia' and spent nearly five years as a General Partner at Founders Fund , the venture firm led by Peter Thiel, one of the most significant financial backers of the MAGA movement.

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Public Statement

Nov 05, 2024

Pro-MAGA
6 Weight Impact on the score.
90% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Stance on Immigration and National Security

In a 2024 interview, Rabois stated that "immigration threatens everybody," echoing MAGA rhetoric regarding border security and the impact of undocumented immigration on the American economy and safety.

Strongest Pro-MAGA

Public Statement

Jul 11, 2023

Pro-MAGA
8 Weight Impact on the score.
95% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Endorsement of Ron DeSantis and Florida Governance

Keith Rabois has been a vocal supporter of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, stating that DeSantis's policies "should be copied in every state. Period, without exception." He cited Florida's approach to COVID-19 and economic policy as superio…

Evidence Distribution

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Pro-MAGA
5 (83%)
Neutral
1 (17%)
Not MAGA
0 (0%)

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Public Statement

Nov 05, 2024

Pro-MAGA
6 Weight Impact on the score.
90% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Stance on Immigration and National Security

In a 2024 interview, Rabois stated that "immigration threatens everybody," echoing MAGA rhetoric regarding border security and the impact of undocumented immigration on the American economy and safety.

Notes: Statement made during a CNBC 'Closing Bell' appearance on Election Day.

Agent rationale

The framing of immigration as a universal threat aligns closely with the core MAGA platform on border security.

Sources

  1. CNBC (Nov 05, 2024)

Public Statement

Jul 11, 2023

Pro-MAGA
8 Weight Impact on the score.
95% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Endorsement of Ron DeSantis and Florida Governance

Keith Rabois has been a vocal supporter of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, stating that DeSantis's policies "should be copied in every state. Period, without exception." He cited Florida's approach to COVID-19 and economic policy as superior models for the U.S.

Notes: Rabois moved to Miami in 2020, citing political and social dissatisfaction with California.

Agent rationale

DeSantis is a central figure in the MAGA-aligned wing of the GOP. Rabois's totalizing endorsement of his platform is a strong pro-MAGA signal.

Sources

  1. Fortune (Jul 11, 2023)

Donations

May 01, 2022

Pro-MAGA
7 Weight Impact on the score.
98% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Significant Financial Support for JD Vance

Rabois was a major donor to JD Vance's 2022 Senate campaign, contributing hundreds of thousands of dollars to pro-Vance PACs. Vance is a key MAGA figure and Donald Trump's 2024 running mate.

Notes: Donations were directed toward Protect Ohio Values PAC.

Agent rationale

JD Vance is a primary architect of the 'New Right' MAGA movement. Funding his rise is a high-impact alignment signal.

Sources

  1. OpenSecrets (Jan 01, 2024)

Public Statement

Jul 15, 2019

Pro-MAGA
5 Weight Impact on the score.
90% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Defense of ICE and Border Enforcement

Rabois faced public criticism and a disavowal from his partner Vinod Khosla after making comments perceived as defending ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) actions during a shooting incident, signaling a hardline stance on enforcement.

Notes: The incident involved a protest at an ICE facility in Tacoma.

Agent rationale

Support for ICE and aggressive border enforcement is a signature MAGA policy position.

Sources

  1. TechCrunch (Jan 26, 2026)

Affiliation

Mar 01, 2019

Pro-MAGA
9 Weight Impact on the score.
95% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Membership in the 'PayPal Mafia' and Ties to Peter Thiel

Rabois is a prominent member of the 'PayPal Mafia' and spent nearly five years as a General Partner at Founders Fund, the venture firm led by Peter Thiel, one of the most significant financial backers of the MAGA movement.

Notes: Rabois rejoined Khosla Ventures in early 2024 but maintains close ties to the Thiel network.

Agent rationale

While professional, the long-term partnership with Thiel and the shared ideological trajectory of this group (including Elon Musk) is a foundational alignment signal.

Sources

  1. Forbes (Apr 01, 2024)

Donations

Aug 01, 2012

Neutral
4 Weight Impact on the score.
98% Confidence How strong and reliable the sourcing appears.

Historical Support for Non-MAGA Republicans

FEC records show Rabois has historically supported a wide range of Republicans, including Mitt Romney and Marco Rubio, indicating a long-standing conservative alignment that predates the MAGA movement.

Notes: Rabois has consistently donated to the GOP for over two decades.

Agent rationale

This provides context that his alignment is rooted in broader conservatism, though he has successfully pivoted to the MAGA wing.

Sources

  1. OpenSecrets (Jan 01, 2024)