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SoftBank Pledges $100B US Investment Under Trump's Return

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SoftBank Pledges $100B US Investment Under Trump's Return
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DEC 2024
Above: SoftBank Chief Executive Officer Masayoshi Son (L), accompanied by US Pres.-elect Donald Trump (R) at Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort on Dec. 16, 2024 in Palm Beach, Fla. Image copyright: Andrew Harnik/Staff/Getty Images News via Getty Images
story last updated DEC 2024

The Spin

Republican narrative

Trump is already attracting massive investments before taking office, as evidenced by his interaction with SoftBank's Masayoshi Son. During a live conference, Trump directly asked for a doubling of Softbank's $100B commitment, to which Son agreed to try. This reflects strong confidence in Trump's economic vision, promising job growth and industry expansion to anyone willing to invest in the US.

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Democratic narrative

If this investment is part of Trump’s plan to fast-track permits for billionaires, it will very likely destroy climate progress while doing little for the average American. Polluting industries will be the first in line to bypass critical protections, putting the environment at great risk. Long-term climate and public health goals will be destroyed. Trump only cares about putting on a show for his wealthy friends, as showcased by this press conference.

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