Tech leaders urge Trump to halt troop surge — what happened?
Silicon Valley executives launched a behind-the-scenes campaign, successfully convincing then-President Donald Trump to halt plans for federal law enforcement surges in San Francisco. They feared the deployments would harm the city's reputation and economy.
The group, including venture capitalist Garry Tan, argued forcefully against the surge. Tan stated that San Francisco was already addressing its issues. Their efforts involved direct appeals and highlighting potential negative impacts on the city's image.
It's a surprising victory for the tech elite's influence. This intervention by CEOs and investors demonstrates their power to shape policy decisions impacting urban areas. Governor Gavin Newsom also voiced opposition to the proposed surge.
Ultimately, the planned federal law enforcement surge for the Bay Area was canceled. Mayor London Breed confirmed operations were halted for the entire region, marking a significant win for local leaders and tech proponents. This development raises questions about future political interventions by the technology sector.
