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Watchdog sues over Kushner’s unconfirmed diplomatic role — 13hCREW sued to challenge Jared Kushner’s diplomatic role in the Trump administration, alleging he exercises significant foreign-policy authority without Senate confirmation or required financial disclosures, creating potential conflicts with his investment business. Kushner’s lawyer and the White House called the suit baseless, saying he serves as a volunteer, receives no government pay, and covers his own expenses.

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Derek Foss Anyone exercising foreign policy authority should meet basic transparency rules, volunteer status doesn't change that.

Kushner, Witkoff Accused of ‘Total Malpractice’ in Iran Talks — Sep 15, 2026U.S. envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff have been accused of “total malpractice” regarding their handling of talks with Iran. A former White House official accused the pair, s… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Maya Lindstrom These talks were already fragile and poor handling by unqualified envoys only makes reaching any agreement harder.

US reportedly proposes unfreezing Russian assets to restart Ukraine talks — 7hWitkoff and Kushner proposed unfreezing some of €260 billion in Russian assets for a US-supervised vehicle; European delegates rejected it on the spot.

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Jared Kim Letting the US supervise any released funds might prevent the money from going straight back into the military effort.

Five Buss Siblings Defend Pending Lakers Stake Sale — Oct 7, 2026Five of Jeanie Buss’ siblings filed a court opposition to her effort to block the Buss family trust from selling its 17.8% Lakers stake to the incoming ownership group led by Joshua Kushner and Bob Iger, calling her petition baseless and saying the sale should proceed. The dispute could affect Jeanie Buss’ ability to remain the Lakers’ governor, and a court hearing is scheduled for Dec. 8.

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Trump Threatens Iran as Diplomacy and Energy Crisis Grow — Sep 22, 2026Trump told the U.N. he may "annihilate the Islamic Republic" or strike a rebuild deal, then said after three-hour Witkoff-Kushner talks that a settlement is going to be reached.

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Sam Okafor The walkouts show these regimes won't face criticism, but empty threats won't resolve the standoff either.

AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

UEFA Vice President Says Challenger to Infantino Need Not Be European — Sep 16, 2026UEFA is actively seeking a credible challenger to FIFA President Gianni Infantino ahead of the 2027 election, even as Infantino confirms he will seek re-election in March 2027. The campaign centers on governance reforms and opposition to Infantino's plan to sell a stake in FIFA to a private investment group led by Joshua Kushner, with UEFA and its member associations united in driving change.

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Marcus Bell A non-European challenger makes sense if the goal is real reform instead of more of the same leadership.

Kushner-Linked Mega Resort Triggers Corruption Probe and Violent Clashes — Jun 2, 2026A controversial luxury development planned along Albania’s coastline has become the focus of an anti-corruption investigation as tensions continue to rise between government officials, environmental advocates, and…

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Trump Picks Charles Kushner as Ambassador to France — Dec 2, 2024A new member of the Kushner family has been chosen to serve in President-elect Donald Trump’s next administration. Trump has picked Charles Kushner, the father of his son-in-law Jared Kushner, to serve as ambassador to…

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Jeffries-Kushner Meeting Spurs Bipartisan Talks — Aug 23, 2026House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Jared Kushner privately discussed potential bipartisan areas such as housing, immigration, and the cost of living, with Kushner urging outreach to the White House and Jeffries signaling openness to collaboration. Jeffries also indicated that Democrats have not ruled out accountability measures, including potential impeachment of President Trump, should they win the House, underscoring a blend of outreach and oversight.

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Jared Kushner Slams Chrissy Teigen Over Attacks on His Wife: ‘Nasty’ TrollReporting — Aug 26, 2022Jared Kushner went after model Chrissy Teigen over the attacks she has launched on his wife, Ivanka Trump. Kushner sat down with conservative radio host Hugh Hewitt for an interview that was released Friday to discuss…

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Jared Kushner 'Humbled' After Trump Diplomat is Nominated for Nobel Prize for Work on Abraham AccordsReporting — Feb 13, 2022Jared Kushner’s work to develop the Abraham Accords has earned him his second nomination for a Nobel Peace Prize. Kushner worked in the administration of his father-in-law, former President Donald Trump, and devoted an…

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Jared Kushner on Death of Trump’s Brother: It Was ‘Obviously a Very Tough Moment’ for HimReporting — Aug 16, 2020Senior White House advisor Jared Kushner is weighing in on how President Donald Trump is coping with the death of his brother, Robert Trump. Appearing on CBS’ “Face the Nation” on Sunday, Kushner spoke to the…

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Jared Kushner Calls Trump Admin’s Coronavirus Handling ‘A Great Success Story’Reporting — Apr 29, 2020White House Senior Adviser Jared Kushner is defending the White House’s coronavirus response effort, deeming it a “great success story.” Kushner appeared on “Fox & Friends” on Wednesday where he was asked about the…

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Jared Kushner Faces Backlash for Saying ‘Our Stockpile’ Is Not Meant to Be ‘States’ Stockpiles’Reporting — Apr 3, 2020White House Senior Advisor Jared Kushner is facing backlash for his remarks about the federal government’s stockpile of medical supplies. Kushner discussed during Thursday’s press conference how he has been working with…

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Kushner says Qatar strike fallout pushed Gaza deal; Israel rejects account — Sep 13, 2026Kushner said Israel's failed Sept. 9, 2025 Doha strike isolated it, letting the U.S. push a Gaza deal that freed 48 hostages; Israel rejects that account.

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Jared Kim Hamas leaders surviving the hit makes it hard to see the strike as the main driver behind the ceasefire.

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Buss Siblings Push Lakers Sale Amid Dispute — Aug 16, 2026Joshua Kushner and Bob Iger are closing a record $12.5 billion deal to acquire the Los Angeles Lakers, the highest price ever paid for a North American sports team, though NBA board approval is still required. Analysts note the rapid sale and WhatsApp-like urgency, alongside discussion of potential tax benefits Kushner could leverage from holdings in SpaceX, OpenAI, and Stripe.

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Kushner Talks Yield No Breakthrough on Gaza Plan — Aug 14, 2026Jared Kushner, Trump’s son-in-law and envoy, is planning to visit Israel and possibly Egypt next week with other Board of Peace officials to push forward the next phase of the Gaza postwar plan centered on Hamas disarmament and a potential Israeli withdrawal, despite Prime Minister Netanyahu’s skepticism and political pressure ahead of October elections. U.S. officials say the two sides remain aligned on the strategic goals but differ on timing and implementation, with the plan’s advancement being coordinated among Washington, Jerusalem, and regional mediators as reports from Axios and other outlets emphasize the urgency of reviving the stalled initiative.

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Kushner Leads US Gaza Ceasefire Push — Aug 17, 2026Kushner and U.S. mediators met Hamas leaders in Egypt and planned talks with Netanyahu to push a U.S.-backed 15-point roadmap that conditions Hamas disarmament on an Israeli withdrawal, as Gaza ceasefire progress remains stalled with mediation by Egypt, Qatar and Turkey drawing mixed Israeli reactions. Concurrent regional diplomacy includes Iran reportedly finalizing a deal with Oman over the Strait of Hormuz, signaling broader Middle East bargaining beyond Gaza.

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Kusha LRSAM Maiden Test Completed Off Odisha — Jul 23, 2026India’s DRDO successfully conducted the maiden flight test of the indigenous Kusha Long-Range Surface-to-Air Missile from APJ Abdul Kalam Island off Odisha, demonstrating its ability to intercept a range of aerial threats and marking a major step toward a self-reliant, multi-layered air-defence shield. The project features three interceptor variants with ranges around 150, 250, and up to 350-400 km, with deployment anticipated in coming years and aims to reduce import dependence while positioning India among nations with advanced long-range air-defense capabilities.

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Kilmeade: Trump Should Remove Kushner, Witkoff From Negotiations — Jul 10, 2026Fox News’ Brian Kilmeade believes Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner should no longer negotiate with Iran for they have not been effective.

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Jared Kushner Reveals He Battled Cancer While at the White House in New BookReporting — Jul 26, 2022Former White House adviser Jared Kushner revealed in his new book that he suffered thyroid cancer while serving in the Trump administration. The son-in-law to former President Donald Trump has written a book called, “…

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Ivanka Trump, Kushner Reportedly Distancing Themselves From Former President’s Election ClaimsReporting — Jun 24, 2021Former President Donald Trump’s daughter, Ivanka Trump , and her husband, Jared Kushner, are reportedly working to stay close to the former president while distancing themselves from his election claims. According to 12…

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Jared Kushner ‘Exploded in Anger’ at a Public Health Official About Mask Shortage: BookReporting — Jun 21, 2021Jared Kushner , Donald Trump’s son-in-law and senior advisor to the president, grew angry with a public health official over a mask shortage, according to a new book. In a report on an upcoming book written by Yasmeen…

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Kushner Launches Group To Promote Arab States’ New Ties With IsraelReporting — May 5, 2021Jared Kushner is forming a group to promote relations between four Arab states and Israel, normalized under agreements he helped broker as a top adviser to his father-in-law former President Donald Trump, the group said…

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