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Rep. Ro Khanna's wealth tax support fuels primary challenge in Silicon Valley

Khanna’s support for a proposed wealth tax has drawn backlash and helped fuel a primary challenge.

Rep. Ro Khanna's wealth tax support fuels primary challenge in Silicon Valley
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Rep. Ro Khanna’s support for a proposed California wealth tax is fueling a primary challenge from tech entrepreneur Ethan Agarwal. The contest could test how Khanna balances his tax-the-rich positions with support from Silicon Valley’s technology industry.

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California representative facing a primary challenge over his support for a proposed wealth tax

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House candidate challenging Khanna in California’s 17th Congressional District

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Vermont senator who joined Khanna in pitching a national wealth tax

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Ethan Agarwal Announces Primary Challenge to Ro Khanna

Ethan Agarwal, a Silicon Valley entrepreneur, launched a Democratic primary challenge to Rep. Ro Khanna in California’s 17th District. Center outlets link the challenge to criticism of Khanna’s tax positions, particularly his support for a proposed wealth tax. Their coverage also varies in emphasis, noting ethics and reform, criticism of Khanna’s focus and stock trades, and Silicon Valley opposition and the race’s outlook.

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