Meta Appoints New Directors Ahead of Trump Presidency

Meta Platforms has appointed three new directors to its board: UFC CEO Dana White, Exor CEO John Elkann, and technology investor Charlie Songhurst. This move is seen as part of Meta's strategic alignment with the incoming Trump administration, highlighted by the company's recent $1 million donation to Trump's inaugural fund. White, a known Trump ally, joins Meta amid its focus on AI and emerging technologies, aligning with Zuckerberg's vision for the company's future. The board appointments coincide with a broader political shift within Meta, including the replacement of its global affairs president with Republican Joel Kaplan. Zuckerberg's moves appear to be aimed at strengthening Meta's position as it navigates regulatory challenges under a potential Trump presidency, reflecting a broader trend among tech giants to establish favorable relationships with the incoming administration.