Benioff's Controversial National Guard Comments Spark Backlash and Resignations
TL;DR
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff apologized after suggesting the National Guard be sent to San Francisco, retracting his earlier support for federal troops in cities, amid criticism and backlash over his comments and Salesforce's alleged ties to ICE. The controversy arose during the company's Dreamforce conference, with Benioff emphasizing his reconsideration after listening to local officials and residents.
- Marc Benioff apologizes for suggesting National Guard be sent to San Francisco CNN
- Venture Capitalist Ron Conway Resigns From Board Over Benioff National Guard Comments The New York Times
- Benioff apologizes for much-despised National Guard comments SFGATE
- Benioff’s bombshell leaves San Francisco Democrats scrambling Politico
- Benioff’s backing of Trump, troops in SF leads Salesforce Foundation director Conway to quit CNBC
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