Major firms routinely back a new U.S. president’s inaugural committee, and South Korea’s tech titan has now declared its stake.
Samsung Electronics America forwarded US $315,000 to President‑elect Donald Trump’s 2025 inaugural committee, U.S. Federal Election Commission filings show. The contribution places Samsung alongside a roster of Korean conglomerates and American tech giants helping bankroll the record‑setting celebration.
Samsung’s Earlier Donated US $100,000 in 2017
Under U.S. rules, an inaugural committee may accept money from home‑based individuals and corporations; all contributions are published within 90 days of the swearing‑in and can later finance commemorative projects such as libraries or museums.
Trump’s 2025 fund amassed an unprecedented US $239 million—the largest haul ever for a president‑elect. Tech leaders NVIDIA, Google, Amazon and Meta each chipped in US $1 million, while Apple chief executive Tim Cook matched that figure from his personal account.
Samsung’s latest remittance follows the US $100,000 it supplied for Trump’s first inauguration in 2017. Fellow Korean groups also opened their wallets this time: Hyundai Motor sent US $1 million via its U.S. arm, and Hanwha provided two separate US $500,000 gifts through American subsidiaries.
The United States remains pivotal for Samsung, and Washington’s trade moves directly influence the company’s fortunes. Recent tariff steps have injected uncertainty into its chip operation and could push up U.S. prices for Samsung phones and home electronics.
Beyond the donation, Samsung is reportedly overhauling its North American public‑affairs leadership, seeking a lobbyist with closer links to Trump’s circle as it works to safeguard its U.S. interests.
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