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Mark Zuckerberg Praises Trump’s Resilience Post-Injury, Sidesteps Election Involvement
Mark Zuckerberg has remarked on former President Donald Trump's actions soon after being shot, describing his immediate response as both "badass" and inspiring. The Meta Platforms Inc. CEO elaborated during an interview at the company's Menlo Park headquarters, highlighting how Trump's resilience resonates emotionally with many Americans, which might explain his appeal to voters.
Tech Leaders Show Support for Trump
Despite offering praise, Zuckerberg, 40, has not endorsed Trump or President Joe Biden and stated he does not plan to get involved in the upcoming election. His remarks contribute to a growing trend among Silicon Valley elites, such as Elon Musk and prominent venture capitalists Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz, who have shown increased support for the former president, including pledges of donations.
Meta’s Efforts to Reduce Political Content
Zuckerberg revealed these comments during a discussion on The Circuit with Emily Chang, set to air on Tuesday. He also shared Meta's intentions to minimize Facebook's political content, responding to users’ desire to use the platform for personal connections rather than political discourse. The company is already curtailing political recommendations and aims for a reduced role in future elections.
Zuckerberg’s Troubled History with Trump
Zuckerberg’s relationship with Trump has been fraught, particularly due to Trump's use of Meta platforms to communicate with his followers. Post-January 6 Capitol riots, Meta suspended Trump's accounts for two years, citing his attempts to disrupt the peaceful transition of power. Although his accounts were reinstated, Trump has not shown forgiveness towards Meta or Zuckerberg, even labeling Facebook as the "enemy of the people" and threatening retaliation if re-elected.
Political Dynamics and Leadership Stances
Trump's earlier policies such as advocating for a TikTok ban aimed to curb Meta's competition. However, he later retracted, arguing that a ban would unjustly benefit Meta. In response, Zuckerberg stated that competition is healthy and expressed confidence in Meta's current market performance. When questioned about his stance on banning TikTok, Zuckerberg deferred, claiming it to be beyond his authority.
