During the Breakthrough Prize ceremony, known as the 'Oscars of Science', comedian Seth Rogan made remarks criticizing tech leaders, supported by the event, for their role in electing Trump. His comments highlighted concerns over Trump's impact on American science and the involvement of significant Silicon Valley figures in politics, leading to a mixed reception. Following the event, Rogan's remarks were edited out of the official livestream, raising questions about the eventâs relationship with political topics and the potential repercussions of his statements on the prestigious awards ceremony.
Rogen's remarks touched a nerve, raising concerns about Silicon Valley's financial support for Trump's anti-science stance, sparking light applause amidst a prestigious audience.
The Breakthrough Prize, often dubbed the Oscars of Science, faced scrutiny when Seth Rogen's comments about tech leaders supporting Trump were removed from the award ceremony's video.
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