News Summary

President Donald Trump recently hosted a dinner at the White House for leaders from major US tech companies, including Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg, Microsoft’s Bill Gates, and Apple’s Tim Cook. Notably absent from the gathering was Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, who has been a prominent supporter of Trump in the past. Musk’s nonattendance marks a significant shift in their relationship, which has soured over policy differences and other issues. Despite Musk’s absence, the dinner still focused on domestic investments and developments in artificial intelligence, with the White House showcasing research in this area. The event highlighted the growing influence of other tech leaders with the Trump administration, as Musk’s role and presence in such high-profile government events have diminished.