French Exit: Capgemini Divests US Arm After ICE Uproar
Well, that escalated quickly! In a move that screams 'damage control with a side of dramatic flair,' French tech giant Capgemini is reportedly waving 'au revoir' to its US subsidiary. Apparently, partnering with a certain controversial US immigration agency, ICE, became less of a strategic alliance and more of a PR bonfire, especially when public sentiment decided to light the torches. One might say they've discovered that while tech may be global, public opinion on human rights is decidedly universal, and sometimes, a quick sale is just easier than facing the music.
This abrupt strategic pivot isn't happening in a vacuum. Capgemini has been under intense scrutiny, particularly in recent weeks, to account for its contract with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The pressure intensified dramatically following widespread protests against former U.S. President Donald Trump's controversial immigration crackdown, which shone a harsh spotlight on any entity perceived as enabling the agency's operations. The sale of its US subsidiary appears to be a direct response to this growing chorus of criticism, a drastic measure to distance the parent company from the politically charged environment and protect its brand reputation.
