Trump's Biggest Goals Put at Risk After Kushner Sucked Into Probe
- The president’s son-in-law is also his most trusted aide
- Foreign and business officials use Kushner to get to Trump
Jared Kushner’s Rise to Power Mirrors Trump's
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The weight of an FBI probe could stifle Jared Kushner in his role as President Donald Trump’s most trusted adviser, potentially undermining policy priorities and hindering behind-the-scenes communications with business leaders and foreign governments.
Kushner is embattled but defiant after his contacts with Russian officials following the 2016 campaign drew the attention of federal investigators, a person close to him said. He’ll fight any suggestion he acted inappropriately and plans to keep his head down and focus on his work, said the person, who requested anonymity to discuss Kushner’s thinking.