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Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff apologized after controversial comments about deploying the National Guard in San Francisco, which led to backlash from investors and local leaders, including Ron Conway and city officials, amid ongoing discussions about crime and city safety.
Salesforce, led by CEO Marc Benioff, reportedly pitched a contract to ICE to help expand its workforce using AI, amid broader ties to government agencies, raising concerns about its support for immigration enforcement and political stances. Benioff has publicly supported Trump and made controversial comments about the National Guard in San Francisco, but later apologized, highlighting the complex relationship between corporate interests and politics.
San Francisco Democrats are criticizing Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff after his comments suggesting federal troops could be deployed in the city, which sparked controversy and led to some political fallout, including the resignation of a prominent Democratic donor from Salesforce's philanthropic foundation.
Benioff has retracted his previous comments regarding President Trump sending the National Guard to San Francisco, indicating a change in stance or clarification on the issue.