Salesforce CEO apologises for saying Trump should send troops to San Francisco
Published: 10/18/2025

Salesforce CEO apologizes for suggesting National Guard deployment in San Francisco amidst Trump administration's military actions in US cities. The backlash led to canceled appearances at Dreamforce convention and public rebukes from Democratic politicians. Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff's apology aims to resolve the controversy, as concerns escalate over National Guard deployments in cities like Chicago and clashes between the Trump administration and lower courts. This incident sheds light on the intersection of tech CEOs, politics, and civic responsibilities in turbulent times.



