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Trump's Inauguration Sparks Concerns Over U.S. Innovation

5/20/2025

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Corporate leaders gathered for Donald Trump's second inauguration on January 20, 2025, as concerns rise over his policies that may jeopardize the U.S. national innovation system. While government funding fuels biotech and tech startups, Trump's approach could favor monopolies and weaken research universities. Despite these challenges, American tech giants thrive, reaping substantial profits even amid trade deficits.

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Corporate leaders gathered for Donald Trump's second inauguration on January 20, 2025, as concerns rise over his policies that may jeopardize the U.S. national innovation system. While government funding fuels biotech and tech startups, Trump's approach could favor monopolies and weaken research universities. Despite these challenges, American tech giants thrive, reaping substantial profits even amid trade deficits.