Staff Reports
Donald Trump’s latest cabinet selection strategy is raising eyebrows—and eyebrows might just be all that’s left to raise after this family reunion. The President-elect has decided that keeping it close to home is the way to go, appointing his father-in-law, Massad Boulos, as the Senior Advisor to the President on Arab and Middle Eastern affairs. Fans of nepotism will be thrilled, as family ties appear to be the new political currency in Washington.
Boulos, a Lebanese-American businessman, has already made a name for himself as a dealmaker and a dashing figure in the world of international relations. Previously, he successfully flipped around 300,000 Arab American and Muslim voters in Michigan—a feat akin to catching lightning in a bottle, considering the heavy leanings toward the Democrat side during the last election. This savvy move may just indicate that Trump has his eyes set on winning over demographics that once shunned him. Who better to guide Trump through the intricate tapestry of Middle Eastern affairs than a guy who’s already on the inside of the family circle?
Trump gushed about Boulos’s credentials on Truth Social, mentioning his extensive experience and dedication to Republican values. Boulos had previously worked on building coalitions with the Arab American community, proving that he’s not just there for the family photo op but actually has some political clout. And in typical Trump fashion, Boulos’s background in law and business is being touted as a recipe for success—after all, if you can strike a deal over dinner, you can definitely negotiate peace in the Middle East.
Trump Is Keeping It In the Family With New Sr Advisor on Arab and Middle Eastern Affairs https://t.co/QpAcF6m56u
— Dr. Kenneth Warner (@wrestlerkw7) December 2, 2024
In a classic move of keeping the in-laws well-placed, Trump also revealed the appointment of Charles Kushner, the father of Jared Kushner, as the new Ambassador to France. This begs the question: if Trump keeps this up, will he soon have to create a ‘Kushner Family Plaza’ at the White House to accommodate all the relatives working their way through the political inner circle? While Kushner’s past struggles with the law have rolled off Trump’s back like water off a duck, it’s interesting to note that Kushner has been hailed as a “tremendous business leader.” Only in the world of Trump can the line between business and politics be so comfortably blurred.
Overall, the administration appears more like a family business than a government, creating potential for explosive drama or a reality TV show to rival anything the networks have put out lately. And what’s coming next? Will Trump appoint his dog as Secretary of State? Only time will tell, but for now, the while Trump Tower family tree is growing taller, and the political landscape is taking shape with a decidedly familiar flair.
