Zuckerberg Praises Trump Administration, Looks to Strengthen Ties with Government

[Social Media]

 

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg expressed optimism about the company's evolving relationship with the U.S. government, praising the Trump administration during an earnings call on Wednesday. He signaled a shift in how Meta interacts with policymakers, emphasizing the importance of fostering innovation and supporting American technological leadership.  

 

"This is also going to be a big year for redefining our relationship with governments," Zuckerberg stated. "We now have a US administration that is proud of our leading companies, prioritizes American technology winning and that will defend our values and interests abroad." He added, "And I am optimistic about the progress and innovation that this can unlock."  

 

His comments coincided with the announcement of a settlement between Meta and former President Trump over a lawsuit stemming from Meta’s decision to suspend Trump's accounts in the wake of the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. Under the terms of the agreement, Meta will pay Trump $25 million, with approximately $22 million allocated to a fund for his presidential library and the remainder covering legal expenses and other plaintiffs. The Wall Street Journal first reported on the settlement, and a Meta spokesperson later confirmed its details to The Hill.  

 

Trump, who previously regarded Zuckerberg as an adversary, has shown a warmer attitude toward the Meta CEO in recent months. Following his election victory, Zuckerberg visited Trump at Mar-a-Lago and attended the presidential inauguration last week. This apparent reconciliation has drawn criticism from some Democrats and other observers, who accuse major tech executives of attempting to secure favor with the administration to shield their companies from regulatory challenges.  

 

Adding to the controversy, Meta recently made a dramatic policy shift by dismantling its fact-checking program, a move widely seen as a departure from the company's prior efforts to combat misinformation. The initiative, introduced in 2016, had long been cited by Meta as a crucial tool in maintaining the integrity of information on its platforms.  

 

Trump himself suggested that the removal of the fact-checking system was influenced by his own past confrontations with Zuckerberg and Meta. Speaking to reporters earlier this month, he remarked that the decision was "probably" linked to his previous threats against the company.

 

Based on a report by The Hill 2025-01-31

 

 

[oustaristocrats]

1 hour ago, Social Media said:

 

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg expressed optimism about the company's evolving relationship with the U.S. government, praising the Trump administration during an earnings call on Wednesday. He signaled a shift in how Meta interacts with policymakers, emphasizing the importance of fostering innovation and supporting American technological leadership.  

 

"This is also going to be a big year for redefining our relationship with governments," Zuckerberg stated. "We now have a US administration that is proud of our leading companies, prioritizes American technology winning and that will defend our values and interests abroad." He added, "And I am optimistic about the progress and innovation that this can unlock."  

 

 

His comments coincided with the announcement of a settlement between Meta and former President Trump over a lawsuit stemming from Meta’s decision to suspend Trump's accounts in the wake of the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. Under the terms of the agreement, Meta will pay Trump $25 million, with approximately $22 million allocated to a fund for his presidential library and the remainder covering legal expenses and other plaintiffs. The Wall Street Journal first reported on the settlement, and a Meta spokesperson later confirmed its details to The Hill.  

 

Trump, who previously regarded Zuckerberg as an adversary, has shown a warmer attitude toward the Meta CEO in recent months. Following his election victory, Zuckerberg visited Trump at Mar-a-Lago and attended the presidential inauguration last week. This apparent reconciliation has drawn criticism from some Democrats and other observers, who accuse major tech executives of attempting to secure favor with the administration to shield their companies from regulatory challenges.  

 

Adding to the controversy, Meta recently made a dramatic policy shift by dismantling its fact-checking program, a move widely seen as a departure from the company's prior efforts to combat misinformation. The initiative, introduced in 2016, had long been cited by Meta as a crucial tool in maintaining the integrity of information on its platforms.  

 

Trump himself suggested that the removal of the fact-checking system was influenced by his own past confrontations with Zuckerberg and Meta. Speaking to reporters earlier this month, he remarked that the decision was "probably" linked to his previous threats against the company.

 

Based on a report by The Hill 2025-01-31

 

 

 

Zuckerberg recognized he was almost too late, leaving the treasure to Musk. They all don't want to miss the train of unlimited privileges, tax benefits, support in fighting privacy restriction rules and claims in other countries. The new leader will help them. There is also a downside, they all have the same fate. If the experiment goes wrong, it will hurt, all around the world disappointed, ex-Musk supporters sell their Teslas. The same could happen to FB users. 

[flyingtlger]

Brown nose Zuck.....

[Tug]

Now there’s some epic suckage I think he tythed his orange master 20 million or is that some other tec billionaire…..

[nauseus]

Weasel in the 1st degree.

[ifmu]

what a suckup  .....

[chuang]

A paper tiger..

[Srikcir]

Zukerberg is so pleased with Trump that he's throwing millions at Trump. Influencer how art thou?

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgE23ZTqbAI

 

[JonnyF]

That's the thing about great, charismatic leaders like Mr Trump. 

 

People buy into the vision. They get on board. They follow the direction of travel. 

 

In this case, the direction of travel is freedom of speech and lack of censorship. Great news for all of us who value our liberty.

 

Better late than never Zuck. We'll forgive you for burying the Biden stories but this is your last chance. Don't let it hapopen again. 

[herfiehandbag]

8 hours ago, Social Media said:

Meta will pay Trump $25 million, with approximately $22 million allocated to a fund for his presidential library

Blimey O'Reilly, I doubt that he has owned, let alone read 22 books! A Presidential Drive Through McDonalds is probably nearer the mark!

 

Still, I am sure that wedge of cash will come in handy somewhere else!

169 shags with a porn star at the going rate, or quite a few weekends on the lash for the Pentagon ...

[alex8912]

5 hours ago, Tug said:

Now there’s some epic suckage I think he tythed his orange master 20 million or is that some other tec billionaire…..

What happened?  You were only 2nd to post?  

[thaipo7]

8 hours ago, flyingtlger said:

Brown nose Zuck.....

He is finally doing the right this for kicking Trump from the site and the $417 million he spent on Democrats in the 2020 cycle.  What happened to the 15 million Democrat voters between 2020 and 2024?  Were they actually there?