President-elect Donald J. Trump announced his nomination of Charles Kushner as U.S. Ambassador to France, highlighting the close family ties and intertwined political support between them.
In a social media post, Mr. Trump praised Mr. Kushner's business acumen and philanthropic efforts, asserting that he would effectively represent U.S. interests abroad.
Mr. Kushner, a convicted felon, was pardoned by Mr. Trump shortly before leaving office, turning his past legal troubles into a potential asset for future political diplomacy.
Mr. Kushner actively participated in securing clemency for others, leveraging his connection to his son-in-law Jared and utilizing his relationship with Trump to influence pardons.
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