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Mark Zuckerberg had a meeting with Trump at his Mar-a-Lago resort. Trump has been known for criticizing Zuckerberg’s social media platforms, claiming they suppress conservative opinions.
Written by Mike Isaac, Jonathan Swan, Maggie Haberman, and Theodore Schleifer.
On Wednesday, Mark Zuckerberg had a meeting with President-elect Donald J. Trump in a rare in-person meeting. 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. Mr. Zuckerberg initiated the meeting, despite a strained relationship with Mr. Trump that has lasted for 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 his speeches.
Mark Zuckerberg arrived in West Palm Beach, Florida on a Tuesday evening before meeting with Donald Trump at his hotel and club, Mar-a-Lago, the following day. The sources, who preferred to remain anonymous, mentioned that the conversation between the two men was mostly friendly, with Zuckerberg congratulating Trump on his election victory.
Following their meeting in the early afternoon, Mr. Trump and Mr. Zuckerberg made arrangements to have dinner together at Mr. Trump’s hotel later that same evening. This information was shared by sources familiar with the situation.
A Meta spokesperson expressed that this is a crucial moment for the advancement of innovation in America. They mentioned that Mark Zuckerberg was thankful for being invited to have dinner with President Trump and to discuss the upcoming administration with his team.
Mr. Zuckerberg is trying to protect Meta, the company that owns Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, from facing consequences from the new administration. Conservatives in Washington have criticized Meta for censoring conservative views, with some members of Congress even calling for regulations. Former President Trump has accused Mr. Zuckerberg of plotting against him and has even suggested he should be jailed.
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