President-elect Donald Trump has selected Charles Kushner, the father of his son-in-law Jared Kushner, to serve as the U.S. Ambassador to France. Charles Kushner is a business leader and philanthropist who was convicted of various crimes in 2005, including preparing false tax returns and making false statements to the Federal Election Commission. He served more than 16 months in prison before being released in 2006. Trump pardoned Kushner in 2020, citing his philanthropic work and charitable endeavors. The appointment of Kushner as ambassador has sparked controversy due to his criminal past and the nature of his crimes, including paying a prostitute to seduce a family member. Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, who prosecuted Kushner, has criticized the appointment, calling Kushner’s actions “loathsome” and “disgusting.” The selection of Kushner as ambassador has raised questions about Trump’s judgment and the qualifications of his appointees. The story will continue to be updated as more information becomes available.
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