Gavin Newsom says Apple’s dealings with President Trump are crony capitalism that results from what the administration requires of companies, and he doesn’t begrudge Cook’s position.
California Governor Gavin Newsom speaks on big tech’s involvement with Trump administration
California Governor Gavin Newsom speaks on big tech’s involvement with Trump administration
Those watching Apple’s dealings with the United States government under Trump have had a sour taste in their mouths. Many wish Apple would push back against the administration, if not outright fight them, but Apple CEO Tim Cook has been working a different angle.
In an interview with The New York Times, California Governor Gavin Newsom discussed how he feels about how Silicon Valley, and specifically Apple, have dealt with President Trump and his expectations. Primarily, he says it “breaks my heart” knowing that small businesses and farmers don’t have the same opportunity to make a phone call to get a tariff exemption.