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Former Speaker of the House
U.S. House of Representatives
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About
Paul Davis Ryan is an American politician who served as the 54th Speaker of the United States House of Representatives from 2015 to 2019 and was the 2012 Republican vice presidential nominee. A former Republican congressman from Wisconsin, he is a conservative leader known for his fiscal conservatism, budget hawkishness, and expertise in budget and tax policy, including his role in tax reform legislation. Ryan was a key architect of Republican fiscal policies, recognized for his work on budget and tax proposals, advocacy for entitlement reform, and support for strong U.S.-Israel military alliances, representing establishment GOP leadership.
Key Relationships
John Boehner
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Boehner and Ryan were key members of the House Republican leadership caucus, collaborating on budget deals, tax reforms, and party strategy during Boehner's speakership.
Since 2011
Sean Hannity
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Hannity voted for (endorsed and promoted) Ryan's speakership and policies like tax cuts, though later criticizing him for insufficient Trump loyalty, influencing intra-party dynamics.
Since 2015
Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation
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The Bradley Foundation has influenced Paul Ryan's policy stances through grants to Wisconsin think tanks like the Wisconsin Policy Research Institute, where he served on the board, shaping his budget and tax reform agendas.
Since 1990
Jim DeMint
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Jim DeMint influenced Paul Ryan by advocating for deeper spending cuts and entitlement reforms in Ryan's Path to Prosperity budgets, pressuring him toward Tea Party demands during House debates.
Since 2011
Charles Koch
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Charles Koch and his affiliated networks, including Americans for Prosperity, have contributed millions to Paul Ryan's campaigns and related PACs, supporting his fiscal conservative agenda and influencing Republican policy on taxes and deregulation.
Since 2010
Recent Events
Funds: Paul Ryan → Sheldon Adelson
Adelson contributed significantly to Ryan's political efforts, including over $1 million to his super PACs and House campaigns, supporting Ryan's rise within Republican leadership.
1/1/2010
Major donor: Sheldon Adelson → Paul Ryan
Adelson provided substantial donations to Ryan's Prosperity PAC and related efforts, supporting his rise within the Republican leadership and policy initiatives favorable to business interests.
1/1/2010