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Tech Titans Embrace Trump’s Inauguration, Shifting Alliances

1/22/2025

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Tech billionaires reveled in Donald Trump's second inauguration, marking a notable shift in their political ties. Lavish events like the Crypto Ball and exclusive parties by Peter Thiel and Uber underscored their support for Trump's agenda. This convergence of power players signals a potential transformation of democratic norms in the U.S., raising eyebrows and concerns alike.

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Tech billionaires reveled in Donald Trump's second inauguration, marking a notable shift in their political ties. Lavish events like the Crypto Ball and exclusive parties by Peter Thiel and Uber underscored their support for Trump's agenda. This convergence of power players signals a potential transformation of democratic norms in the U.S., raising eyebrows and concerns alike.