Facebook, Apple and Google pen letter opposing Trump's travel ban
Summary
'Silicon Valley' (Leading source of news and commentary about technology) heavyweights (Alphabet {Google}, Apple, Microsoft, Facebook, Uber and Stripe) co-authored a draft letter formally opposing Donald Trump executive order on immigration. They say that 'blanket suspension is not the right approach'. This executive order has caused chaos all over; in the airport for one and it has also left tech workers fearing that their visas will be revoked. Multiple tech companies have spoken out about the order and Amazon has even pledged legal support to action against Trump.
Key Statistics
- Donald Trump executive order released on 27th January
- Trump order banned people from seven Muslim-majority countries from entering the United States.
My Opinion
I am not surprised that tech companies such as Google and Microsoft have spoken up about this executive order because they are all based in the USA and the order could be very troublesome for them. Large companies like these could stand to lose workers if visas are revoked as per the executive order that was first released. Upon all the upheaval opposing the order Trump has made multiple changes to it clarifying its terms etc. However, constantly making changes does not convince regular citizens of the USA and companies to place their trust in Trump as President.
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