Glenn Youngkin, Ex-Virginia Republican Governor, Backed by Billionaire Peterffy for 2028

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Billionaire Republican mega-donor Thomas Peterffy is backing Glenn Youngkin, former Republican governor of Virginia, for a 2028 U.S. presidential run, according to the Financial Times. Youngkin's campaign focused on education issues in pivotal swing states has fueled speculation about White House ambitions. The endorsement from Peterffy signals early backing for Youngkin in what is shaping up to be a competitive Republican primary.

• Billionaire Republican mega-donor Thomas Peterffy backs Youngkin for a 2028 U.S. presidential run
• Glenn Youngkin is the former Republican governor of Virginia
• His swing-state school campaign fuels speculation about White House ambitions