Summary
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff suggested that National Guard troops could help reduce crime in San Francisco, creating controversy. President Trump has considered sending National Guard troops to other Democratic-led cities for similar reasons. This marks a shift in Benioff's political stance as he previously supported more progressive causes.
Key Facts
- Marc Benioff is the CEO of Salesforce and he suggested using National Guard troops to fight crime in San Francisco.
- President Trump has sent National Guard troops to other cities like Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., and is thinking about doing the same in cities like Chicago and Portland.
- Benioff's suggestion has upset some local leaders, including Matt Dorsey and other San Francisco officials.
- Previously, Benioff supported progressive causes including a fundraiser for Hillary Clinton and a tax to help homeless services.
- In a recent interview, Benioff mentioned that his company hires many off-duty police officers for their events.
- San Francisco officials have expressed opposition to the idea of National Guard deployment, favoring local efforts to increase police staffing.
- Benioff and several other tech leaders have shown support for Trump following his re-election as President in 2024.
