
Apple CEO Tim Cook announced on April 20 that he is stepping down from his role on September 1. He will be replaced by John Ternus, the current senior vice president of Hardware Engineering. While Cook is leaving the top job, he will stay with the company as executive chairman of the board of directors.
President Donald Trump responded to the news with a post on Truth Social, offering a candid look at his relationship with Cook. He acknowledged Apple’s co-founder Steve Jobs but made clear he believes the company grew even bigger under Cook.