Trump Adviser: Zuckerberg Seeks Tech Role with Trump's Long Memory

Dec 4, 2024 at 5:56 PM
Jason Miller, a senior adviser of the Trump-Vance transition, delves into the push for a dismissal in Trump's New York criminal case and the potential role of Hunter Biden's pardon. He also discusses how some prominent public figures might shape Trump's policies.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's Stance

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg aspires to play an "active role" in shaping the incoming Trump administration's tech policies. Despite their past terse history of warring over censorship and even a suspension from Facebook, Zuckerberg now seeks to engage.

Building Broad Coalitions

Trump has a long history of developing broad coalitions that include former critics. As Jason Miller told FOX Business' Maria Bartiromo, "We know from President Trump of the way he governed in his first term that he likes to build a broad coalition, bring people together, even if they've been against him in the past. He never forgets, and I would just remind people of that." This aspect is integral to his governing style and is likely to continue.

During Trump's first term, he showed his ability to bring together diverse groups. For example, he reached out to business leaders who had previously been critical of him and worked with them to achieve common goals. This approach has been key to his success and has allowed him to make significant progress in various fields.

Even with his long memory, Trump is able to put aside past differences and focus on the greater good. This ability to build coalitions has been a hallmark of his leadership and has earned him the respect of many.

Censorship and the COVID-19 Pandemic

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has faced significant criticism for his record of censoring information regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. In a letter to House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, he admitted to kowtowing to the Biden administration's alleged pressures to remove content from his platforms.

This censorship has raised concerns among many, as it has limited the flow of information during a time of great uncertainty. Trump, on the other hand, has been vocal about his opposition to such censorship and has called for a more open and transparent approach.

However, Trump also understands the importance of working with tech leaders like Zuckerberg. As Miller noted, "President Trump has a long memory, but he also knows how to cut through the nonsense and get things done. If we can get some support and cooperation from, whether it be Zuckerberg or any other CEO that's previously not supported the president, great, let's bring them all on board."

Meetings and Collaborations

Zuckerberg reportedly dined with Trump at Mar-a-Lago in Florida last week. This meeting has sparked speculation about the future of their relationship and the potential for collaboration.

As incoming White House deputy chief of policy Stephen Miller stated, "Everybody wants to be a part of this administration because they know that it's going to take off like a rocket ship. With regard to Zuckerberg, I wouldn't necessarily define a [specific] role… but we know the president doesn't necessarily have to have committees or people inside the building. He's on the phone. He's going to call CEOs and tech leaders and business leaders and foreign leaders directly. That's why he's able to get things done so quick, because he knows how to cut through the nonsense so that the staff and all the noise can just go right to the source."

These meetings and interactions highlight the importance of communication and collaboration between the Trump administration and tech leaders. By working together, they can address important issues and drive positive change.