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Apple Taps American Airlines Veteran as Government Affairs Head

Bloomberg Technology Wednesday 12 August 2026, 16:36 UTC By Mark Gurman 1 min read
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Apple Inc. hired Nate Gatten as its new head of government affairs, tapping a longtime American Airlines Group Inc. executive with Republican ties to handle a delicate role at the company.

Apple Inc. hired Nate Gatten as its new head of government affairs, tapping a longtime American Airlines Group Inc. executive with Republican ties to handle a delicate role at the company.
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