Top tech moguls split over Trump's unexpected return to White House

Major tech industry leaders react differently to Trumps latest presidential win. While some tech billionaires offered support and congratulations others expressed worry about future policy directions

November 6 2024 , 10:53 PM  •  593 views

Top tech moguls split over Trump's unexpected return to White House

Leading tech-industry figures rushed to respond after Trumps win in this weeks election. The post-election reactions showed a clear split among Silicon Valleys elite

Big congratulations to our 45th and now 47th President on an extraordinary political comeback and decisive victory. Wishing @realDonaldTrump all success in leading and uniting the America we all love

Jeff Bezos posted on X

Top tech bosses quickly joined the conversation: Sam AltmanTim CookSundar PichaiSatya Nadella‚ and Mark Zuckerberg all sent their well-wishes to the president-elect

Elon Musk stood out as Trumps key tech-world supporter; giving over $100-million to the campaign (and might get a government job as reward). Other pro-Trump figures included Joe LonsdaleMarc Andreessen‚ and Ben Horowitz

On the opposing side Mark Cuban - who backed Harris during her campaign - kept it short n sweet with a simple congrats message. Meanwhile Reid Hoffman shared his thoughts in a long-form post; expressing doubts about Trumps promises on trade policies and political fairness