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Ron Conway Resigns from Salesforce Foundation Board Following Benioff’s Troop Comments

Prominent venture capitalist Ron Conway has resigned from the Salesforce Foundation board following CEO Marc Benioff’s controversial comments about deploying troops in San Francisco. Sources indicate the departure stems from fundamental disagreements over public safety approaches. The move highlights growing tensions within the tech community regarding urban policy and law enforcement strategies.

High-Profile Departure from Salesforce Foundation

Prominent startup investor Ron Conway, known for backing companies including Google, Airbnb and Stripe, resigned from the board of the Salesforce Foundation on Thursday, according to reports confirmed by CNBC. The New York Times was first to report on Conway’s departure, with sources indicating the decision came after Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff’s comments about welcoming troops to San Francisco.

by Darren Holt
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Elon Musk’s Pledged Donation to GOP Rep. Thomas Massie Remains Unfulfilled, FEC Filings Show

Elon Musk’s promised financial support for Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie has yet to appear in official campaign filings. The Tesla CEO publicly committed to donating in July, but recent FEC reports show no contribution from Musk through September.

Musk’s Unfulfilled Campaign Promise

Elon Musk’s publicly stated intention to donate to Kentucky Republican Congressman Thomas Massie has not yet materialized, according to recent Federal Election Commission filings. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO had indicated his support in July, but sources indicate the contribution remains absent from official campaign records through the end of September.

by Natalie Brooks