Trump names Charles Kushner, father of son-in-law Jared Kushner, as ambassador to France

ISTANBUL

US President-elect Donald Trump announced on Saturday that he has nominated Charles Kushner, a prominent New Jersey businessman, to serve as ambassador to France.

Kushner is the father of Jared Kushner, who is Trump’s son-in-law, who served as a senior adviser during his presidency.

“I am pleased to nominate Charles Kushner of New Jersey to serve as US Ambassador to France,” Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform.

“He is an extraordinary business leader, philanthropist and dealmaker who will be a strong advocate representing our country and its interests,” he added.

Kushner is the founder and chairman of the Kushner Companies, a privately held real estate firm, and has held influential roles, including being recognized as the New Jersey Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst & Young.

He has also been involved in public service, including on the US Holocaust Memorial Council and as chairman of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.

Trump highlighted the long-standing connections between the Kushner family and his administration, noting Jared’s close work with Trump in the White House on initiatives such as Operation Warp Speed ​​to develop and distribute the coronavirus vaccine, criminal justice reform and the Abraham Accords , which say several Arab nations. signs normalization agreements with Israel.

“Together, we will strengthen America’s partnership with France, our oldest ally and one of our greatest!” Trump added, stressing the importance of the US-France relationship.

Trump also extended his congratulations to Kushner’s family, including his wife Seryl, their four children and 14 grandchildren.

The Anadolu Agency website contains only part of the news provided to subscribers in the AA News Broadcasting System (HAS) and in summarized form. Please contact us for subscription options.