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Amazon Contributes $1 Million To Trump’s Inaugural Fund, Prime Video To Air The Ceremony

According to an Amazon representative who made a public announcement yesterday, the US President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration fund will be gifted with $1 million, said the technology company’s official spokesperson Thursday. In another step of providing financial aid for the 20th January event, Amazon offered its video service Prime to air the said event that amounts to $1 million in kind.

Amazon Joins Meta in Supporting Trump’s Inauguration

Amazon’s donation follows a similar $1 million contribution by Meta Platforms, which has also committed to supporting the inauguration event. Both tech giants are showing their support for the incoming administration, as the nation prepares for the transfer of power.

Bezos and Trump to Meet Amid Tensions Over Media Coverage

Amazon’s founder and executive chairman, Jeff Bezos, is expected to meet with President-elect Trump next week. This meeting follows a history of public tensions between Bezos and Trump, particularly regarding the Washington Post’s critical coverage of Trump’s administration. The Post, owned by Bezos, notably did not endorse a candidate in the 2020 presidential election, a decision that blocked any endorsement of Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, a stance that sparked further tension.

In response to the lack of endorsement, Bezos defended the decision in an opinion piece for the Post, emphasising the need for media outlets to build credibility by remaining impartial in elections, especially given public perceptions of media bias.

The involvement of major tech companies like Amazon and Meta in the inauguration raises questions about the role of corporate donations in American politics, highlighting the ongoing influence of big tech on the nation’s political landscape.

Dishti Tandon

A passionate multimedia journalist and Sub-Editor at The Daily Guardian, I specialize in world and trending news, delivering engaging and impactful stories. Over the years, I have honed my skills in blog writing, web stories, content creation, and news reporting, ensuring fresh perspectives for diverse audiences.

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