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Charles Kushner Confirmed as U.S. Ambassador to France Amid Controversy

The Senate confirms Charles Kushner as U.S. Ambassador to France, addressing past criminal convictions and affirming his dedication to U.S.-French relations.


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The Senate confirmed Charles Kushner as the U.S. Ambassador to France by a 51-45 vote, despite his controversial past involving criminal activity. Kushner was pardoned by Trump in 2020 after serving a prison sentence for tax evasion and witness tampering. During hearings, he emphasized a commitment to strengthening U.S.-France ties and admitted to his past mistakes, stating they have informed his better judgment. The confirmation marks another appointment by Trump amid a record pace of ambassadorial confirmations.

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