Trump Calls Off Plans to Send Federal Personnel to San Francisco, Citing Mayor's Plea and Support from Tech Executives

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San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie engaged in a private conversation with President Donald Trump on Wednesday, resulting in the president's decision to call off plans to send federal personnel to the city. Lurie had asked Trump to give him more time to address crime issues, and Trump agreed. The president cited support from tech executives, including Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff, who had urged him not to proceed with the operation.

Key Takeaways:

  • President Trump agreed to call off plans to send federal personnel to San Francisco after a private conversation with Mayor Daniel Lurie, who asked for more time to address crime issues.
  • Lurie cited progress in reducing violent crime and homeless encampments in the city, which he claimed mitigated the need for federal intervention.
  • Trump cited support from tech executives Jensen Huang and Marc Benioff, who urged him not to proceed with the operation.
  • San Francisco leaders had denounced the planned deployment of federal personnel, with protesters gathering outside a Coast Guard base on Thursday.
  • Trump's decision came as California leaders, including Governor Gavin Newsom and Representatives Nancy Pelosi and Kevin Mullin, vowed to sue the Trump administration if they attempted to direct military troops into San Francisco.
  • Attorney General Pam Bondi and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche criticized Pelosi and Mullin for threatening to arrest federal agents, calling their statements a threat to public safety.
  • San Francisco has been a sanctuary jurisdiction since 1989, limiting local cooperation with civil immigration enforcement.
  • Mayor Lurie has taken a cautious approach in dealing with the Trump administration, avoiding direct confrontation to maintain partnerships with federal agencies.

Statistics:

  • 1989: Year San Francisco approved sanctuary policies limiting local cooperation with civil immigration enforcement.
  • 2 weeks ago: Benioff sparked outrage among San Francisco leaders by suggesting support for sending National Guard troops to the city.
  • 1: Number of National Guard troops Trump has sent to several cities.
  • 2028: Year in which Newsom and Harris are potential presidential candidates, according to reports.

Sources:

  • David Nakamura article on President Trump's decision to call off plans to send federal personnel to San Francisco.
  • Mayor Daniel Lurie's statement on X, where he announced the agreement with Trump.
  • Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's statement on Truth Social.
  • Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff's apology on X for suggesting support for National Guard troops in San Francisco.
  • California Governor Gavin Newsom's statement on the potential lawsuit against the Trump administration.
  • Representatives Nancy Pelosi and Kevin Mullin's statement on X, threatening to arrest federal agents if they break California law.