Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has shifted his political stance towards libertarianism, expressing skepticism towards government regulation and social justice initiatives. Sources indicate he has distanced himself from left-leaning activism within Meta and is attempting to improve relations with former President Donald Trump, having made two phone calls to him this summer.
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After praising Trump’s resilience following an assassination attempt, Zuckerberg expressed regret over past liberal actions, acknowledging that Meta’s censorship during the COVID-19 pandemic undermined public trust. He has hired Republican strategist Brian Baker to mend ties with the right and is reportedly trying to present Meta as a nonpartisan entity.
Despite Trump’s claims that Zuckerberg indicated he would not vote for a Democrat, a Meta spokesperson clarified that he has not disclosed his voting intentions. Zuckerberg’s evolution reflects a broader rightward shift among tech executives in Silicon Valley.
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