Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen has resigned after an internal probe found his personal conduct violated company ethics policies. The board swiftly appointed Ronald Sargent as interim CEO while launching a search for a permanent replacement. The leadership change follows Kroger’s failed $25 billion merger with Albertsons, raising concerns about the company’s future. Kroger assured stakeholders that business operations remain unaffected. Investors reacted with a slight dip in stock prices, reflecting uncertainty. McMullen, who spent over four decades at Kroger, leaves behind a legacy of digital expansion and strategic growth. The company is now focused on stability and leadership transition.