New Delhi: In a recent interview, Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta Platforms Inc., sparked controversy with his remarks praising former President Donald Trumps reaction after being shot, describing it as badass and emblematic of Trumps appeal to voters. The comments were made during an interview at Metas headquarters in Menlo Park, California, shedding light on Zuckerbergs views ahead of US presidential elections 2024. Badass thing seen in life During an interview for The Circuit with Emily Chang, Zuckerberg reflected on Trumps resilience, particularly in the face of adversity. Seeing Donald Trump get up after getting shot in the face and pump his fist in the air with the American flag is one of the most badass things Ive ever seen in my life, he remarked. He attributed Trumps ability to resonate with many Americans to this spirit and determination.What Zuckerberg said Despite his admiration for Trumps resilience, Zuckerberg remained non-committal regarding political endorsements for Trump or President Joe Biden. He emphasized that he does not intend to involve himself in the upcoming election, underscoring his stance as an impartial observer amidst growing support for Trump among Silicon Valley leaders.Want to see less political contentAddressing concerns over Metas influence in elections, Zuckerberg outlined changes aimed at reducing Facebooks role as a political flashpoint. The main thing that I hear from people is that they actually want to see less political content on our services because they come to our services to connect with people, he explained. Meta has already begun recommending less political content to users, signaling a shift in strategy.Zuckerbergs relationship with TrumpZuckerbergs relationship with Trump has been tumultuous, marked by disagreements over content moderation and misinformation. Trumps suspension from Facebook and Instagram following the January 6 Capitol riots underscored ongoing challenges in managing political discourse on Metas platforms. Despite reinstating Trumps accounts, tensions remain high, with Trump recently criticizing Meta and Zuckerberg for perceived biases.
