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Critics mock tech leaders' AI lunch with Trump

Original: I find this hilarious. The tech bros are obviously playing POTUS for the chump he is. # AI https://www. cnbc.com/2026/09

A CNBC report on a White House lunch between President Trump and leading tech executives is drawing ridicule from critics, who accuse Silicon Valley leaders of flattering the president to win favourable treatment on artificial intelligence policy. Commenters say the industry is 'playing' Trump for a fool, sparking debate over the cosy relationship between the administration and AI companies.

Why now: Critics are reacting to the optics of tech executives courting the president over AI policy.

Donald TrumpWhite HouseSilicon Valley tech executivesCNBC

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