""I'm heartbroken by the events in Minneapolis, and my prayers and deepest sympathies are with the families, with the communities, and with everyone that's been affected. "This is a time for deescalation," Cook wrote. "I believe America is strongest when we live up to our highest ideals, when we treat everyone with dignity and respect no matter who they are or where they're from, and when we embrace our shared humanity. This is something Apple has always advocated for.""
""I had a good conversation with the president this week where I shared my views, and I appreciate his openness to engaging on issues that matter to us all," Cook continued. "I know this is very emotional and challenging for so many. I am proud of how deeply our teams care about the world beyond our walls. That empathy is one of Apple's greatest strengths and it is something I believe we all cher"
U.S. tech leaders including Sam Altman and Tim Cook issued conciliatory statements aiming to reassure employees while maintaining engagement with President Trump. Tim Cook faced intense scrutiny for attending a private White House screening of Melania and sent an internal message. Cook expressed heartbreak over the Minneapolis events, offered prayers and sympathies, urged deescalation, and emphasized dignity, respect, and shared humanity. Cook referenced a recent conversation with the president and appreciation for engagement on important issues. The Minneapolis incident involved Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old VA nurse, who was fatally shot by DHS agents after attempting to help a pepper-sprayed woman; video showed Pretti restrained and unarmed when agents discharged a weapon and shot him at least ten times.
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