In an unprecedented early fundraising and networking effort, Silicon Valley investors and entrepreneurs have provided $1 million to the first serious primary challenger to incumbent Rep. Michael M. Honda, D-Calif. in the 17th District. Rohit "Ro" Khanna reported his Ro For Congress committee raised $1,035,152 and spent $308,935 from April 1 to June 30, leaving $1,744,761 cash on hand, with $100,687 in debts. Individual contributions included $959,602 from California; $15,600 from Utah; $12,400 from Virginia; $11,650 from Massachusetts; among others. (more…)
