Here’s how top CEOs and execs are reacting to the Trump rally shooting; Bill Ackman to announce endorsement
Top corporate leaders denounced political violence and wished a quick recovery for Donald Trump, who was injured during Saturday’s assassination attempt at a campaign rally.
That was in line with similar sentiments from heads of state from around the world as well as President Joe Biden’s remarks.
And like Tesla CEO Elon Musk, who said after the shooting that he is endorsing Trump for president, Pershing Square CEO Bill Ackman said he is going to endorse the Republican.
Apple CEO Tim Cook
“I pray for President Trump’s rapid recovery. My thoughts are with him, the other victims and the Trump family. I strongly condemn this violence,” he posted on X.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella
“There is simply no place for any type of violence in our society. Sending my best wishes to President Trump for a speedy recovery and to all those impacted by today’s horrific event,” he tweeted.
General Motors CEO Mary Barra
“I wish President Trump all the best for a full recovery, and I’m sending my thoughts to the innocent victims of yesterday’s senseless act. There is no room for political violence in our society,” she said.
Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai
“I’m wishing President Trump a speedy recovery. I’m shocked by today’s shooting and loss of life. Political violence is intolerable and we must all come together to strongly oppose it,” he posted on X.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg
“Praying for a quick recovery for President Trump. This is such a sad day for our country. Political violence undermines democracy and must always be condemned,” he said on Threads.
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy
“It’s hard to digest what happened in Pennsylvania today. Just awful. My thoughts go out to the victims’ families. Glad that President Trump is safe and hoping he recovers quickly,” he wrote on X.
Amazon founder and Executive Chairman Jeff Bezos
“Our former President showed tremendous grace and courage under literal fire tonight. So thankful for his safety and so sad for the victims and their families,” he posted on X.
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff
“A full and speedy recovery to President Trump. May his body be healed, his mind be soothed, and his soul be comforted. May he be blessed with strength and courage, and return to health soon. There is no room in our country for political violence,” he said.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk
“I fully endorse President Trump and hope for his rapid recovery,” he posted, later adding, “Last time America had a candidate this tough was Theodore Roosevelt.”
Pershing Square CEO Bill Ackman
“I am going to formally endorse @realDonaldTrump. I came to this decision some time ago as many @X followers have already understood from my supportive posts of Trump and my criticisms of @POTUS Biden,” he wrote at the start of a long post, suggesting that a more thorough explanation will come later.
“The reason why I have not yet formally done so is that I want to explain my thinking in detail and address the arguments put forth by others against Trump. I want to make the case thoughtfully and convincingly.”
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman
“very glad President Trump is safe!” he tweeted on Saturday.
Then on Sunday he posted a longer message:
“thinking a lot about what a difference an inch can make to history. hoping this can be a moment where we stare into the abyss and be grateful that there but for the grace of god went we, and collectively decide to turn down the rhetoric and find slightly more unity. i am happy to see most democrats having the grace to step up and lead on this point, and resisting the urge to both-sides it.”
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