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Why did Trump meet with Zuckerberg and Gates?

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Trump met with Zuckerberg, Gates, and other tech CEOs to emphasize keeping technology and innovation in the U.S., maintain a competitive edge over China, and discuss tariffs to encourage domestic semiconductor production.

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  • President Trump hosted a dinner with 33 major tech CEOs at the White House. 4s
  • Attendees included Mark Zuckerberg, Bill Gates, Tim Cook, and Sam Altman. 12s
  • Trump highlighted the importance of US leadership in technology and competition with China. 48s
  • The president discussed plans for tariffs on companies not investing in US semiconductor production. 2m 18s
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Trump hosts Mark Zuckerberg, Bill Gates and other tech CEOs

Trump hosted a dinner with tech leaders to discuss the importance of U.S. leadership in technology and innovation, particularly to stay ahead of China.

Trump hosts Mark Zuckerberg, Bill Gates and other tech CEOs
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Trump hosts Mark Zuckerberg, Bill Gates and other tech CEOs

Trump highlighted the role of tech leaders in keeping the U.S. ahead globally and mentioned plans to make it easier for them to innovate domestically.

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