Pentagon Official Emil Michael Vows Retaliation Against Uber Investors Who Ousted Him

Emil Michael, now a senior official at the Pentagon, has issued a stark warning to Uber investors who played a role in his ousting alongside co-founder Travis Kalanick. When pressed on whether he harbored lingering resentment, Michael’s response was unequivocal: “I’ll never forget that, nor forgive.” The former Uber executive’s remarks underscore a deep-seated grudge that has persisted long after his departure from the ride-hailing giant. Michael’s rise to a high-ranking Pentagon position adds a new dimension to the fallout, raising questions about the intersection of Silicon Valley’s corporate politics and Washington’s defense apparatus. His comments, delivered with unmistakable intensity, signal that the rift remains unresolved—and potentially volatile.