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He is a conservative Republican and a major donor to the party.

He is also one of four billionaire backers of the conservative political action group American Crossroads.

According to an article published in Forbes magazine, " Rowling is facing a rebellion at his fitness chain Gold ’ s Gym after his $ 2 million donation to Karl Rove ’ s conservative group sparked protest from gay rights advocates ".

Rowling gave a $ 2 million gift to Karl Rove ’ s " conservative PAC American Crossroads, which has given money to candidates with anti-gay views .".

He gave more than $ 2 million as a private donation completely independent from his company, TRT Holdings.

TRT Holdings has also given an additional $ 2. 5 million from the company treasury this election cycle, according to public filings.

He commented to Fox News, explaining that his donation to American Crossroads had nothing to do with social policies that could spark crossfire.

" I've never heard one discussion of a social issue.

This is all about fiscal sanity.