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Tech leaders offer support, well wishes for Trump following shock assassination attempt

The shocking news has galvanized leaders from some of the largest and most notable tech companies in the country to showing support.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman posted a shorter message on X exclaiming “very glad President Trump is safe!” in his typical lower case sentence starting structure. The outpouring of support and condolences from tech leaders for the former president and current Republican candidate is notable at a time of intense polarization in the country, indicating an effort to foster unity and common decency. How the tech industry navigates the upcoming 2024 U.S. general election in November remains an ongoing challenge in the face of apparent disinformation and influence campaigns by AI-driven bots, imagery, and other factors.

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