Goldman’s Blankfein: We Don't Support Trump Travel Order

The transcript discusses corporate responses to immigration policies, highlighting Lloyd Blankfein's direct opposition to Trump's policy. It contrasts the financial sector's delayed response with Silicon Valley's quick reaction due to direct employee impact. Various bank executives express support for immigration, with some avoiding direct confrontation with the policy. The discussion also touches on the intended audience of corporate memos, emphasizing both public and employee considerations.

What was notable about Lloyd Blankfein's voicemail regarding immigration policies?

• He did not comment on the policy.

• He supported the Trump administration's policy.

• He remained neutral on the policy.

• He directly opposed the policy.

Why did tech companies respond quickly to the immigration policy?

• They were following Wall Street's lead.

• They were not affected by the policy.

• They had employees directly impacted at airports.

• They wanted to support the Trump administration.

How did Wall Street's response to the immigration policy differ from Silicon Valley's?

• Wall Street was more cautious and slower to respond.

• Wall Street had no response.

• Wall Street responded more quickly.

• Wall Street fully supported the policy.

What was JP Morgan's stance on immigration and diversity?

• They opposed immigration and diversity.

• They supported immigration and diversity.

• They only supported diversity.

• They had no comment on the matter.

Which financial institutions declined to comment on the immigration policy?

• JP Morgan and Wells Fargo

• All major banks commented

• Citigroup and Bank of America

• Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley