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Mark Zuckerberg had a meeting with Trump at Mar-a-Lago. The incoming president has frequently expressed disapproval of Mr. Zuckerberg’s social media sites, claiming they suppress conservative opinions.
Written by Mike Isaac, Jonathan Swan, Maggie Haberman, and Theodore Schleifer.
Mark Zuckerberg had a meeting with President-elect Donald J. Trump on Wednesday, which was a rare opportunity for them to meet in person. This meeting was part of Zuckerberg’s efforts to build a good relationship with Trump.
Three individuals familiar with the situation confirmed that a meeting took place between Mr. Zuckerberg and Mr. Trump. The meeting was proposed by Mr. Zuckerberg, who has had a tense relationship with Mr. Trump for the last ten years. Mr. Trump has consistently claimed that Meta has unfairly limited him and other conservatives on its social media platforms. He has publicly criticized Mr. Zuckerberg on social media and during public speeches.
On Tuesday evening, Mr. Zuckerberg arrived in West Palm Beach, Florida before meeting with Mr. Trump at his hotel and club, Mar-a-Lago, the following day. Sources, who requested anonymity, stated that the two men engaged in small talk, with Mr. Zuckerberg congratulating Mr. Trump on his presidential victory.
Following a meeting in the early afternoon, it was reported that Mr. Trump and Mr. Zuckerberg intended to have dinner together at Mr. Trump’s hotel later that same evening.
A spokesperson for Meta expressed that this is a critical moment for American innovation. They mentioned that Mark Zuckerberg was appreciative of the invitation to dine with President Trump and discuss the upcoming administration with his team members.
However, Mr. Zuckerberg is trying to protect Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, from any backlash from the new administration. Meta has been criticized by conservatives in Washington, with some in Congress accusing them of censoring conservative opinions. Additionally, former President Trump has even called for Mr. Zuckerberg to be arrested for allegedly working against him during the 2020 election.
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