Overview

• Mark Zuckerberg visited the White House on Thursday to discuss Meta's role in advancing U.S. technological leadership internationally, according to a Meta spokesperson.
• The meeting follows Zuckerberg's recent public support for Trump’s 'America-first' approach to bolstering U.S. tech companies against global competitors like China.
• Zuckerberg has made significant changes at Meta, including eliminating its fact-checking program and appointing Trump allies to key positions, signaling a shift toward aligning with the administration.
• The visit comes weeks after Zuckerberg attended Trump’s inauguration and amid efforts to redefine Meta's relationship with governments, as stated during a recent investor call.
• Meta's stock saw a modest increase following the developments, reflecting investor optimism about the company's evolving political strategy.