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Meta's powerful policy boss Nick Clegg is out as Zuckerberg prepares for Trump 2.0


Published on 2025-01-02 17:00:47 - MSN
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  • The former U.K. Deputy Prime Minister, who joined Meta in 2018, will be replaced by longtime republican operative Joel Kaplan, who he described as "the right person for the right job at the right time.

The article from MSN discusses the departure of Nick Clegg, Meta's President of Global Affairs, as the company prepares for potential political changes, including a possible second term for Donald Trump. Clegg, a former UK Deputy Prime Minister, has been instrumental in shaping Meta's policy and public relations, particularly in navigating the complex landscape of content moderation and political advertising. His exit comes at a time when Meta, under Mark Zuckerberg's leadership, is bracing for increased scrutiny and regulatory challenges, especially with the looming possibility of Trump's return to office, which could significantly impact social media policies and regulations. The article suggests that Clegg's departure might signal a strategic shift in how Meta plans to handle political content and regulatory compliance in the future.

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