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Meta shakes up public affairs policy team with Trump set to become president
MUMBAI: Well, well, so, that’s how the cookie crumbles.
Meta has replaced its Democrat-leaning chief global affairs officer Nick Clegg with Joel Kaplan who is known for his Republican leanings and was Clegg’s deputy. Kaplan was the deputy chief of staff for policy at the White House during the presidency of George W. Bush between 2006 to 2009.
Clegg a former British deputy prime minister and an ex-leader of the country’s liberal democrats, joined Meta in 2018, playing a key role in developing policies related to content and elections. He was named president in 2022.
Kaplan joined Meta in 2011 and was once vice-president of US public policy at Meta.
Kevin Martin, the current head of US public policy at Meta, will step into Kaplan’s former role and will be just below him. Kevin was once appointed to the Federal Communication Commission by George Bush and is also known to be Republican in his leanings.
The changes are happening just as the Republican party’s Donald Trump is set to take over as the US president.
Mark Zuckerberg and team are doing their best not to take steps that can attract his ire and, if anything inadvertently does, his team should be in a position to get it fixed quick.
If readers recollect, Facebook had taken extreme steps like banning Trump from the social media network for a while but had reinstated his account a while later. Clearly, Meta and Mark Zuckerberg will have to tread carefully as far as the president is concerned.
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Valvoline launches FIFA World Cup 2026 global campaign
Campaign highlights fan journeys and mechanics powering travel worldwide
MUMBAI: From kick-off to kilometres, Valvoline is fuelling more than just engines this World Cup. Valvoline Global Operations has unveiled its global campaign for the FIFA World Cup 2026, spotlighting the journeys fans undertake to witness the game while quietly tipping the hat to the mechanics who keep those journeys on track. Titled “The Original Engine Oil. For the Driven.”, the campaign leans into the emotional and physical commitment of football fans travelling across cities and countries, reframing mobility as an integral part of the sporting experience.
At its core is Valvoline’s first FIFA World Cup-themed ad film, which parallels the evolution of the brand spanning over 160 years with the enduring passion of fans. Produced in Chile by We Are Laugh, the film stitches together moments of anticipation, preparation and connection that define matchday journeys, whether it’s a cross-country drive or a short ride with friends.
The narrative extends beyond fans to spotlight the often-overlooked ecosystem behind the scenes mechanics and service professionals who ensure every trip runs smoothly. The brand positions itself as a constant companion across these miles, reinforcing its legacy in powering mobility.
Valvoline Global chief brand officer Michael Kirtman said, the campaign celebrates both the fans who “go the distance” and the people who make those journeys possible.
The rollout has already begun in India and will expand globally in May, covering markets such as the United States, China, Australia, Canada, Thailand and Saudi Arabia. The campaign will be amplified through a multi-channel mix, including television, digital out-of-home, radio, social platforms and experiential activations.
In a World Cup defined by goals and glory, Valvoline is telling a quieter story, the one measured not in minutes, but in miles.
