Jared Kushner

Jared Corey Kushner is an American investor, real-estate developer, and newspaper publisher who is currently a senior advisor to his father-in-law, Donald Trump, the 45th president of the United States.

Kushner was appointed as a senior advisor to the president by his father-in-law, President Donald Trump, in January 2017. He was responsible for a wide range of domestic and foreign policy initiatives and played a significant role in shaping the Trump administration's policies.

Before joining his father-in-law's administration, Kushner was heavily involved in the real estate industry, co-founding a real estate investment and development company called Kushner Companies. He also owned a publishing company and made investments in various industries.

Jared Kushner is married to Donald Trump's daughter, Ivanka Trump. He became a close advisor to Trump during his presidential campaign and continued to play a significant role in his administration.

Kushner has been heavily involved in the Trump administration's efforts to broker peace between Israel and Palestine. He has made several trips to the region and participated in negotiations, aiming to reach a peace agreement that has been elusive for decades.

Jared Kushner has faced scrutiny and controversy over his security clearance, his role in the Trump administration, and potential conflicts of interest related to his business dealings. He has been investigated by special counsel Robert Mueller as part of the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 United States elections.

Opinions on Jared Kushner's success as a senior advisor to President Trump vary. Supporters credit him with playing a key role in passing criminal justice reform, the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement, and other policy initiatives. Critics argue that his lack of experience and potential conflicts of interest have hindered his effectiveness.

Jared Kushner graduated from Harvard College in 2003 with a bachelor's degree in government. He also earned a J.D. and an M.B.A. from New York University.

Jared Kushner and his wife Ivanka Trump have been involved in various philanthropic endeavors, including donating to charitable organizations, supporting causes related to criminal justice reform, and participating in initiatives aimed at workforce development and economic empowerment.

Kushner played a significant role in the passage of the First Step Act, a bipartisan criminal justice reform bill signed into law by President Donald Trump in 2018. He worked closely with lawmakers from both parties to build support for the legislation and was instrumental in getting it passed.