Jeff Bezos Voices Optimism for Trump Presidency and Blue Origin’s Future

At the DealBook Summit, Bezos praised Trump’s regulatory goals, defended his Washington Post decisions, and predicted Blue Origin could surpass Amazon in scale.

Jeff Bezos expressed strong optimism about President-elect Donald Trump, citing perceived growth in his demeanor and a promising regulatory agenda.
Bezos defended his decision to halt The Washington Post’s presidential endorsements, acknowledging criticism but emphasizing the need to avoid conflicts of interest.
He predicted that Blue Origin, his space exploration company, could eventually become a larger business than Amazon, highlighting its potential to revolutionize heavy industry and space travel.
Bezos maintained a hopeful stance on Elon Musk, stating he believes Musk will not exploit political influence for competitive advantage, though he acknowledged the possibility of being wrong.
During the summit, Bezos underscored his ongoing involvement with Amazon, particularly in artificial intelligence, while reflecting on his broader legacy as an inventor and value creator.