The Verge
Tim Cook’s legacy isn’t just phones, it’s politics
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Tim Cook led Apple for 15 years as CEO, a period during which the company maintained business operations in China while navigating US political relationships. Apple's supply chain and manufacturing operations remained heavily dependent on China throughout Cook's tenure. Cook's decisions regarding the company's operations in both countries were documented in Apple's public statements and filings.
Original reporting: https://www.theverge.com/policy/987356/tim-cook-apple-trump-xi
