Apple CEO Tim Cook: The Minneapolis incident breaks my heart, I have already communicated with Trump.

Apple CEO Tim Cook expressed in a memo to employees this week that he is "heartbroken" by the situation in Minneapolis, and called for easing tensions. Cook wrote: "It is time to ease tensions. I believe that when we practice our highest ideals, treat everyone with dignity and respect regardless of their background, and cherish our common humanity, that is when America is at its strongest." Cook revealed that he had a "good conversation" with President Trump this week, discussing issues of concern to him, and appreciating the president's willingness to communicate on issues that affect everyone. Cook did not directly mention the two fatal shootings caused by federal agents.