Trump hosts dinner with top tech CEOs at the White House
President Donald Trump welcomed more than 30 prominent tech leaders and their guests to a White House dinner aimed at securing massive investments in U.S. innovation. Executives from companies like Meta, Apple, Microsoft, Google, OpenAI, and Oracle discussed upcoming plans to boost domestic manufacturing and infrastructure—especially for artificial intelligence.
Trump, joined by First Lady Melania Trump, asked each CEO to commit to long-term U.S. investment. The evening was both symbolic and strategic, as it sought to align federal leadership with the private sector’s technological ambitions.
Meta, Apple, and Google announce mega investments
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, seated next to the president, confirmed that his company would invest at least $600 billion in the U.S. through 2028. He praised the gathering, noting it was rare for so many CEOs to unite with a shared mission of innovation.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai applauded the administration’s AI policy framework and announced a $250 billion commitment. Apple’s Tim Cook echoed the theme, reiterating the company’s plan to invest another $600 billion in American operations.
These announcements point to a massive surge in AI-driven infrastructure, with companies building data centers and advanced computing facilities across the country.
OpenAI, Microsoft, and Oracle reinforce support for U.S. leadership
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman praised the administration’s pro-business stance, calling it a “refreshing change” and attributing global AI leadership to Trump’s policies. His firm is among those helping shape the future of U.S.-based AI development.
Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella confirmed an $80 billion investment plan. Oracle CEO Safra Catz and AMD’s Lisa Su also attended, though specific figures from their companies were not disclosed during the event.
Bill Gates, who sat beside the First Lady, shifted the focus to health innovation. He emphasized AI’s role in healthcare delivery, especially in underserved regions, and acknowledged the U.S. as a key manufacturing base for medical and tech advancements.
Musk absent but Tesla was represented
Elon Musk was notably absent despite being invited. A White House official confirmed Tesla’s invitation and said a company representative was present. Musk reportedly cited a scheduling conflict as the reason for missing the dinner.
Despite Musk’s absence, the event gathered some of the most influential voices in the tech world, including Google co-founder Sergey Brin and OpenAI President Greg Brockman, reinforcing the administration’s influence over tech policy and national innovation strategy.
