J.D. Vance's Rise: Silicon Valley's Conservative Hope

Donald Trump's selection of J.D. Vance as his running mate has excited Silicon Valley conservatives. Vance, a former venture capitalist and author, bridges the gap between Trump's associates and tech donors. Despite supporting some tech regulation, Vance connects deeply with Silicon Valley's future-oriented investors.

By Alexandra Ulmer and Dawn Chmielewski MILWAUKEE, July 16 (Reuters) - Donald Trump's choice of J.D. Vance for a running mate has invigorated Silicon Valley conservatives. The possibility of a 'tech bro' in the White House has lifted their hopes, symbolized by Delian Asparouhov's enthusiastic social media declaration.

Vance, author of 'Hillbilly Elegy' and a Yale Law graduate, has swiftly ascended American politics, currently serving as a U.S. Senator representing Ohio. Officially nominated alongside Trump by the Republican National Convention, his candidacy has rekindled discussions on tech regulations and alliances.

Silicon Valley conservatives, though typically a minority, are particularly energized by Vance's candidacy, seeing him as a bridge between Trump's policies and tech donors. Vance's stance on major tech companies and his substantial Bitcoin holdings highlight his complex relationship with the tech industry.

(With inputs from agencies.)