Leaders in tech, AI and cryptocurrency make big donations to Trump inauguration

President-elect Trump’s inaugural committee has smashed fundraising records, racking up more than $200 million in pledges. Donations have come from some of the world’s biggest companies, and top tech CEOs will be front and center at the festivities. Ali Rogin speaks with ethics and campaign finance expert Craig Holman and New York Times technology reporter Cecilia Kang for more.

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