**Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff Now a Donald Trump Supporter**
*By Dwaipayan Roy | Oct 11, 2025, 2:26 PM*
Marc Benioff, the billionaire CEO of Salesforce, has surprised many with a dramatic shift in his political stance. In a recent interview with *The New York Times*, Benioff declared his full support for President Donald Trump and suggested that National Guard troops should patrol the streets of San Francisco—marking a sharp departure from his previously liberal-leaning views and philanthropic efforts in the city.
**Unexpected Support**
During the interview, Benioff expressed his endorsement of Trump and commended Elon Musk for his initiatives aimed at improving government efficiency. He recounted an encounter at a Windsor Castle state dinner where he told the President, “how grateful I am for everything he’s doing.” Interestingly, Benioff revealed that he hasn’t been closely following news related to immigration raids or Trump’s media controversies.
**Reflecting a Broader Trend**
Benioff’s political transformation aligns with a growing acceptance of Trump within Silicon Valley circles. However, an exchange between him and his public relations executive during the interview highlighted potential tensions: when Benioff noticed his PR executive’s discomfort over political questions, he asked, “What about the political questions? Too spicy?” This suggests that while Benioff embraces his new views, not everyone in his inner circle is on board.
This surprising pivot by one of tech’s most prominent leaders could signal shifting political dynamics within the industry moving forward.
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