Meta names former Trump advisor Dina Powell McCormick as president, vice chair
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Key Points:
- Meta has appointed Dina Powell McCormick as its president and vice chairman, with responsibilities including guiding the company's strategy and execution.
- Powell McCormick previously served on Meta's board but resigned in December; she brings extensive experience in global finance and government roles.
- Her background includes serving as deputy national security advisor under President Donald Trump and working under Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice during George W. Bush's administration.
- This appointment follows Meta's recent hiring of Curtis Joseph Mahoney, another former Trump administration official, as chief legal officer.
- Former President Trump publicly praised Powell McCormick's appointment, highlighting her service in his administration and endorsing Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's decision.
