Meta's global policy chief Joel Kaplan is leaving the company after 15 years, according to reports from WSJ and NYT. Kaplan, a former adviser to George W. Bush, was known for his Republican ties and played a key role in building Meta's relationship with the Trump administration.
His departure comes as Meta President Dina Powell McCormick, who also served in the first Trump administration, has risen in stature at the tech firm. The reasons behind Kaplan's departure are not specified in the available reports.
As a result of Kaplan's exit, it is unclear how Meta's policy and government relations efforts will be affected, but the company will likely need to adjust its strategy and leadership in this area. With Kaplan's departure, Meta will be looking to fill the gap left by his exit and continue to navigate its relationships with governments and regulatory bodies.
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