Senators Press Tech Giants for Clarification on Donations to Trump

Major tech companies have made substantial donations to President Trump's inaugural events, raising questions among lawmakers. Senators Elizabeth Warren and Michael Bennet are seeking explanations for why these firms, especially given the increased amounts compared to those donated to the previous administration, have contributed significantly to the new president. The senators have dispatched letters to various companies, including:

• Apple
• Google
• Microsoft
• Meta
• Amazon
• OpenAI
• Uber

Concerns have been raised that these donations might be a tactic to gain favor and potentially avoid Trump’s proposed tariffs, which could impact these businesses. In response to the scrutiny, OpenAI's CEO, Sam Altman, expressed his frustration on social media, questioning the integrity of the political pressure with a humorous remark regarding his own contributions to Democratic causes.