Overview

• The spreadsheet gauges corporate support by tracking measurable actions such as social media posts, press releases, video testimonials, ads and attendance at White House events.
• Data is circulated to senior West Wing staff as a reality check when corporate representatives request meetings or policy favors.
• Companies are classified as strong, moderate or low supporters, with Uber, DoorDash, United Airlines, Delta, AT&T, Cisco, Airlines for America and the Steel Manufacturers Association listed as strong partners.
• The White House describes the tool as dynamic and plans to expand it to include firms’ advocacy of additional administration initiatives.
• Critics warn that linking access and federal investment to a loyalty rating risks coercing private businesses and eroding norms of government–industry relations.