Trump Picks In-law As US Ambassador To France

President-elect, Donald Trump, has nominated Charles Kushner, the father of Jared Kushner, who is married to Ivanka Trump, to serve as U.S Ambassador to France.

Trump praised Kushner’s extensive experience in real estate, philanthropy, and leadership, emphasizing the strong family ties that align with his administration’s legacy.

“I am pleased to nominate Charles Kushner, of New Jersey, to serve as the U.S Ambassador to France. He is a tremendous business leader, philanthropist, & dealmaker, who will be a strong advocate representing our Country & its interests.

“Charlie is the Founder & Chairman of Kushner Companies, one of the largest & most successful privately held Real Estate firms in the Nation.

“He was recognized as New Jersey Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst & Young, appointed to the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Council, & served as a Commissioner, & Chairman, of the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey, as well as on the Boards of our top institutions, including NYU.

“Congratulations to Charlie, his wonderful wife Seryl, their 4 children, & 14 grandchildren. His son, Jared, worked closely with me in the White House, in particular on Operation Warp Speed, Criminal Justice Reform, & the Abraham Accords.

“Together, we will strengthen America’s partnership with France, our oldest Ally, & one of our greatest,” Trump wrote to nominate Kushner.