Summary
Donald Trump’s second term is poised to feature significant influence from a network of right-wing tech figures, including Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, and David Sacks, many linked to the “PayPal Mafia.”
These allies bring a focus on deregulation, cryptocurrency, artificial intelligence, and military technology, with numerous appointments in key federal roles.
Critics highlight their ties to venture capital, skepticism of institutions, and profit motives, while proponents see them as champions of innovation.
Questions remain about their impact, given part-time roles and the limits of Trump’s ability to implement radical tech policies.
I find it pretty funny how not too long ago the Republicans (including Trump) were so anti-big tech, and now they’re extremely buddy buddy. You’d think the republican constituency would see the obvious shift and come to the realization that the only thing that changed is these big tech giants are now paying trump… But of course not lol
They’ve been clued in to how big tech can secure their power through mass media manipulation, identity tracking, surveillance, etc.
They hated it until they saw how it could benefit THEM. Common conservative MO: does not help me/helps others = bad, helps me = good.
For politicians, absolutely, I’m not as convinced it holds true for all who vote R.
Oh, definitely not. They’re just victims to a compound con. Con upon a con? Conpounded?