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From prison to Paris: Ambassador Charles Kushner at the centre of a Franco-American rift

US Ambassador to France Charles Kushner – a former felon and real-estate magnate aligned with US President Donald Trump – is at the centre of a diplomatic spat after failing to obey a foreign ministry summons, prompting France to restrict his access to government officials. Pardoned by Donald Trump in 2020, Kushner’s appointment has long drawn scrutiny for his criminal past and lack of diplomatic experience.

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