Elon Musk, Sundar Pichai, Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg...: Tech Giants Queue As Donald Trump Era Dawns

During President-elect Donald Trump’s second inauguration, the Capitol Rotunda was a prime spot for a mix of tech moguls and political heavyweights. Amongst the notable figures were Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg, and Apple’s Tim Cook, who attended the morning service at St. John's Church and were later seen together at the Capitol Rotunda.

Also, present was Google CEO Sundar Pichai, TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew, and Tesla’s Elon Musk, all of whom were spotted alongside their families and other prominent figures, including Bezos’ fiancee Lauren Sanchez and Zuckerberg’s wife Priscilla Chan. The tech leaders were caught in conversation, signalling a close-knit presence during the inauguration’s early moments.

Notable political figures and celebrities also made appearances. Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, FIFA President Gianni Infantino, and media moguls like Joe Rogan and Rupert Murdoch added to the star-studded crowd. Musk was even seen speaking with Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

The tech moguls in attendance have sought stronger ties with Trump since his victory, with many of them positioning themselves in proximity to his administration during his second term. As the service concluded, Capitol staff prepared for the luncheon, with seats set for the tech giants and other dignitaries.

The event also saw celebrities like Jake and Logan Paul, comedian Theo Von, and OpenAI’s Sam Altman mingling with political figures, reflecting the eclectic mix of guests drawn to the inauguration ceremony.

The day marked a convergence of power, politics, and the media, with tech’s most influential figures strategically placed at the heart of the action.