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Meta's Joel Kaplan Steps Down as Global Affairs Chief
Meta's Joel Kaplan exits role after fostering closer Trump ties.
In brief
Meta's Joel Kaplan exits role after fostering closer Trump ties. Meta's Joel Kaplan will step down as chief global affairs officer in 2027 after building closer ties with Trump. Originally reported by New York Post.
Joel Kaplan stepping down
Meta's Joel Kaplan will step down next year as chief global affairs officer after 15 years at the company.
Kaplan's role in Trump ties
Kaplan fostered closer ties with President Trump since his inauguration, a relationship once reviled by the company.
Kaplan's transition plan
Kaplan plans to stay at Meta for months to help with transition before focusing on family and next steps.
“I’ll be at the company for a few months to help with the transition, and then look forward to catching my breath”
Replacement candidates
Dina Powell McCormick and CJ Mahoney are poised to take on Kaplan's responsibilities as Meta transitions.
What matters most
Meta's Joel Kaplan will step down as chief global affairs officer in 2027 after building closer ties with Trump.
