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Kushner Confirmed as U.S. Ambassador Amid Controversy

5/23/2025

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Charles Kushner has officially taken the reins as the U.S. ambassador to France, securing a narrow 51-45 Senate vote. President Trump lauded Kushner's business skills, while his controversial past, including a prison sentence for tax evasion, looms large. Yet, Senator Cory Booker, a steadfast ally, championed Kushner's commitment to criminal justice reform as a reason for his backing.

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Charles Kushner has officially taken the reins as the U.S. ambassador to France, securing a narrow 51-45 Senate vote. President Trump lauded Kushner's business skills, while his controversial past, including a prison sentence for tax evasion, looms large. Yet, Senator Cory Booker, a steadfast ally, championed Kushner's commitment to criminal justice reform as a reason for his backing.