Mark Zuckerberg is reportedly rethinking his political stance and moving away from his past liberal leanings, as sources close to the Meta CEO now say he’s gravitating toward libertarian ideals. According to a report by The New York Times, Zuckerberg has grown increasingly critical of government regulation and social justice movements, signaling a shift in his views and how he manages Meta’s platform. This news follows years of accusations that Facebook, now Meta, was censoring conservative voices, including taking down President Trump’s page after the events of January 6.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg hires Republican strategist to fix his PR with conservatives after years of censorship.
Zuckerberg reportedly now identifies as “libertarian.”
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In a surprising twist, Zuckerberg has also expressed admiration for Trump, especially after the former president survived an assassination attempt earlier this year. Zuckerberg was quoted as saying, “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 I’ve ever seen in my life.” The Meta CEO’s comments reflect a newfound respect for Trump’s resilience, a sentiment that has caught many by surprise given their rocky past.
According to The Daily Caller, Zuckerberg’s recent political shift is part of a broader movement among Silicon Valley elites, many of whom are now more aligned with libertarian principles or classical liberalism. These tech leaders, once staunch supporters of Democratic policies, are now disillusioned with the left’s increasing demands for regulation and social justice initiatives. As a result, Zuckerberg is said to be cracking down on far-left activism within Meta, signaling that he no longer wants his company to be perceived as leaning heavily to the left.
Zuckerberg’s attempts to repair his relationship with the right are also evident in his efforts to mend ties with President Trump. Despite the former president’s harsh criticism of Zuckerberg, including threats to imprison him if Trump wins back the White House, the two reportedly had a cordial phone call after the attempted assassination. Trump expressed gratitude for Zuckerberg’s comments following the incident, signaling that their relationship may be on the mend.
Zuckerberg has even hired Republican strategist Brian Baker to help navigate these waters, hoping to rebuild trust with conservatives. Whether these moves will be enough to win back right-leaning critics remains to be seen, but it’s clear that Zuckerberg is trying to distance Meta from its image as a left-leaning tech giant. As Silicon Valley continues to shift, so too does Zuckerberg’s approach to navigating the political minefield.