Chip Cutter

Chip Cutter, a WSJ reporter covering corporate America's ties to politics, discusses major companies' strategies as they prepare for a potential second Trump administration. He highlights the surge in donations to Trump's inauguration fund, revealing motivations for influence and access. Cutter explains the evolution of corporate attitudes toward Trump, from initial skepticism to direct engagement strategies. He sheds light on CEOs gathering at Mar-a-Lago and the retreat from DEI initiatives, illustrating the complexity of navigating such political landscapes.