‘Naïve’ Kushner perceived as a risk, loses security clearance

Published: 1 March 2018

Last updated: 4 March 2024

Officials in several countries have been trying to exploit his inexperience and business interests, prompting security chiefs to downgrade his access

Fearing foreign manipulation, Kushner’s access to state secrets curtailed (Ynet)
President Trump’s son-in-law and senior adviser loses clearance at the 'top secret/sensitive compartmented information' level due to concerns over ability of foreign officials, including from Israel, to exploit his lack of experience

Israeli officials discussed ways to manipulate ‘naive’ Kushner — report (Times of Israel)
People in four countries sought to leverage White House aide's lack of experience and business interests in their favour, US officials tell Washington Post

Will Kushner’s loss of security clearance affect his Mid-East peace plan? (Haaretz)
Some veteran negotiators say Trump’s son-in-law won’t be affected by reduced access to intel, but others say it could make a difference with regard to background and not knowing as much as other team members

Trump peace plan could recognise Palestinian state (Forward)