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While star power and public support for Trump remain limited, the industry's shift behind the scenes suggests a reorientation. Hollywood executives are increasingly pragmatic, ready to cross previous lines if it benefits their financial interests. The mask of ideological purity is slipping, revealing that much of the industry’s stance has been driven by economic considerations.
This shift also indicates that Hollywood’s social and political stances are more transactional than ideological. As the industry navigates this new landscape, expect more alliances with Trump-era policies—such as tariffs or regulatory measures—that favor domestic production and economic stability, even among historically Democratic-leaning entities.