Joel Kaplan, Meta’s Global Policy Chief, to Leave After 15 Years

New York Times - Oct 20, 2026

Joel Kaplan, a former adviser to George W. Bush known for his Republican ties, had helped Meta build its relationship with the Trump administration.

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