International desk: Microsoft co-founder and billionaire Bill Gates has recently donated 50 million dollars to the election campaign of Kamala Harris. The donation is mainly aimed at supporting 'Future Forward', the fund-raising group dedicated to Harris' campaign.

According to a report in the New York Times, Bill Gates wanted to keep this information confidential. However, despite giving financial support, he did not publicly support Democratic candidate Harris. Gates expressed concern about a second term for Donald Trump in private phone calls with friends and associates. In particular, his foundation 'Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation' is concerned about possible cuts to family planning and global health programs. Gates, however, said he would work with any candidate. But he pointed out that this election is different from the past.

In a statement to the New York Times, he said, 'I support candidates who promise to improve health care, eradicate poverty and fight climate change. This is an important election, one that carries great significance not only for America, but for the world's most vulnerable populations.'

In an interview with France 24, Gates welcomed Kamala Harris' candidacy . Especially his thoughts on AI and technology advancements. According to Gates, young candidates have a better understanding of new technologies.

Gates' ex-wife Melinda French Gates has already publicly endorsed Harris. According to Forbes, 81 billionaires have endorsed Harris so far, but Elon Musk, one of the richest people in the world, is backing Trump.

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