Palm Beach, FL - Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg reportedly met with President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago this week to discuss innovation and reform.
According to reports, Zuckerberg met with President-elect Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida on Wednesday.
The dinner, initiated at Zuckerberg's request, aimed to discuss the forthcoming administration and the future of American innovation.
A Meta spokesperson emphasized the significance of the dinner, noting Zuckerberg's appreciation for the opportunity to engage with Trump and his team.
Stephen Miller, appointed as Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy in the incoming administration, confirmed the meeting during an appearance on Fox News.
Miller highlighted Zuckerberg's support for Trump's reform initiatives and national renewal efforts.
The encounter marks a notable shift in the relationship between Zuckerberg and Trump.
Previously, Trump had accused Facebook of undermining the 2020 election and criticized Zuckerberg's backing of mail-in ballot initiatives.
Despite these tensions, Zuckerberg has recently adopted a more favorable stance toward Trump.
Following an assassination attempt on Trump in July, Zuckerberg praised his resilience, describing his response as "one of the most badass things I've ever seen in my life."
The dinner at Mar-a-Lago reflects a broader trend of business leaders engaging with the incoming administration.
Elon Musk, another prominent figure, has been selected to lead an advisory panel focused on government efficiency.
Zuckerberg is best known as the co-founder and CEO of Facebook, now known as Meta Platforms.
He launched Facebook in 2004 while attending Harvard University, and it has since grown into one of the world's largest social media platforms.
As of November 28, 2024, Zuckerberg's net worth is estimated at $198 billion, making him one of the wealthiest individuals globally.
Beyond his business ventures, Zuckerberg is known for his philanthropic efforts.
In 2015, he and his wife, Priscilla Chan, founded the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, pledging to donate 99% of their Facebook shares over their lifetimes to various charitable causes.