FT Tech Tonic Trump’s Tech Bros: Is ‘Maga Mark’ the real Mark Zuckerberg?
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Jul 1, 2025 
Hannah Murphy, a tech correspondent at the FT focused on Meta, and Katie Harbath, former Facebook policy chief, unpack Mark Zuckerberg's transformative journey. They explore his surprising political pivot toward Donald Trump, analyzing strategic shifts at Meta amidst growing scrutiny. The duo also reflects on Zuckerberg's ambitious AI aspirations, internal company turmoil, and employee dissent over cultural changes at Meta. Lastly, they discuss Zuckerberg's unexpected jiu-jitsu exploits, hinting at competitive tensions in the tech landscape.
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Zuckerberg's Jiu-Jitsu Entrance
- Mark Zuckerberg entered a jiu-jitsu tournament under the pseudonym "Mark Elliott" wearing a mask and gear.
- This revealed a new physical and personal side of him, far from his earlier geeky image.
Zuckerberg's Political Pivot
- Zuckerberg's transformation includes a political shift towards embracing Trump and masculine energy.
- He has loosened content moderation and fact-checking aligning with free expression and Republican interests.
Zuckerberg's Strategic Political Shifts
- Zuckerberg consistently changes his approach based on election outcomes to protect Meta's business.
- His pivots reflect strategic adaptation to maintain influence regardless of political shifts.