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Social Media Reacts to an Attempted Assassination + Tech Elites for Trump + TikTok's Jawmaxxing Trend

Jul 19, 2024
01:10:16
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Tech elites shift support to Trump post-assassination attempt. The rise of facial fitness gum trend among teen boys discussed. Concerns over social media's influence on teenagers' appearance and unrealistic beauty standards highlighted.
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  • Tech elites publicly supporting Trump due to frustrations with Biden's policies on crypto and AI.
  • Social media platforms faced challenges moderating content during an attempted political assassination.

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Tech Leaders' Shift in Political Alignment

Several prominent tech leaders, including Elon Musk and Andreessen Horowitz, have publicly endorsed supporting Donald Trump in the 2024 election, signaling a shift in their political alignment. The move comes amidst a perceived change in the political landscape within Silicon Valley, with more individuals feeling emboldened to express their conservative views. Factors contributing to this realignment include frustrations with the Biden administration's policies on crypto, AI, and taxation, as well as a sense of being personally targeted by the left.

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