Blackstone CEO Schwarzman Endorses Trump for 2024 as 'Vote for Change', Cites Antisemitism Concerns

May 24, 2024, 08:14 PM

Blackstone's billionaire CEO Steve Schwarzman has announced his endorsement of Donald Trump for the 2024 presidential election, reversing his previous stance from 2022 when he said he would oppose Trump. Schwarzman cited the dramatic rise in antisemitism and concerns about current U.S. policies as key reasons for his decision. He plans to provide financial support to Trump's campaign as well as to various Republican Senate candidates. This endorsement, which Schwarzman described as a 'vote for change' in an interview with Axios, is seen as a significant boost for Trump, potentially aiding his fundraising efforts as he builds momentum for his campaign.