Mark Zuckerberg, once known for his vocal support of progressive causes, appears to be shifting his approach to politics. According to sources, Zuckerberg has held private conversations with former President Donald Trump over the summer, potentially signaling an effort to rebuild their relationship.

While Zuckerberg has publicly stepped away from political controversies, The New York Times reports that he held two private phone conversations with Trump over the summer. The first call took place during the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, where Trump thanked Zuckerberg after he expressed his support following an assassination attempt.

Shortly afterward, Zuckerberg contacted Trump again to apologize for Meta's accidental removal of images related to the assassination attempt that were circulating online. These conversations suggest an attempt by Zuckerberg to repair his relationship with Trump, despite their previously tense interactions.

In recent years, Zuckerberg has reduced his public involvement in political activities. A decade ago, he actively supported issues like immigration reform and social justice, creating philanthropic organizations and investing in these causes. However, his political activities have drawn criticism from both sides, leading him to change course.

Sources indicate that Zuckerberg has grown increasingly disillusioned with political engagement, which has resulted in more scrutiny for Meta. In response, Zuckerberg has pulled back from political activities, limiting partisan involvement within his philanthropy and reducing employee activism at Meta.

Zuckerberg has been quietly reconnecting with key figures, including Trump, despite his public disengagement. After facing criticism from conservatives regarding past donations, Zuckerberg hired a Republican strategist to improve his standing with right-wing officials and media.

According New York Times, The private discussions with Trump suggest a strategic attempt to mend relationships behind closed doors. This effort aligns with a broader trend in Silicon Valley, where executives have distanced themselves from public political engagement to avoid controversy.

Zuckerberg's retreat from political engagement is part of a broader effort to avoid controversy and rebuild Meta's reputation. He has indicated a preference for less public political involvement while quietly maintaining relationships with influential figures.

These private conversations demonstrate that, despite stepping away from public political statements, Zuckerberg is actively working to position himself and Meta for long-term stability.