Staff Reports
President-Elect Donald Trump has decided to pluck Massad Boulos from the business world to serve as his senior adviser on Arab and Middle Eastern affairs. This strategic choice is not just another day in political theater; it’s a calculated move that adds some colorful flair to Trump’s cabinet, especially for those who were taking notes when the Boulos family joined the last season of America’s ridiculously entertaining political reality show.
Boulos, known for his success as a businessman, can now add “Trump’s go-to guy” on Middle Eastern issues to his resume. He is also the father-in-law of Tiffany Trump, making him part of the extensive Trump family tree that seems to grow like a weed. It’s almost as if the family reunion takes on a new dimension every time they add an official role. Trump proudly drummed up excitement over Boulos on his Truth Social account, promoting him as an accomplished lawyer and a stalwart of Conservative values in the process. Apparently, Trump believes Boulos will be able to negotiate a sweet deal or two in the Middle East—because who doesn’t want their adviser to also excel at potlucks?
Trump appoints his daughter’s father-in-law as Senior Advisor to the President on Arab and Middle Eastern affairs. pic.twitter.com/Vr5IIIkNgN
— Rat Bastard (@RRespawned) December 2, 2024
Not stopping at one family affair, Trump also decided to reel in another father-in-law, Charles Kushner, for the position of U.S. Ambassador to France. While family ties are essential to the Trump administration, it begs the question of whether anyone will start appointing their in-laws for local dog-catcher positions next. Trump touted Kushner as a tremendous business leader and philanthropist, blissfully glossing over Kushner’s slightly rockier past. After all, who needs to dwell on a couple of felony convictions when there are more pressing matters at hand, like perfecting tuna salad recipes for state dinners?
Charles Kushner is no stranger to the political fray. He was one of the 16 lucky individuals who walked away from prison years earlier thanks to a presidential pardon from Trump himself. It’s as if Trump has drawn a family tree that wasn’t just constructed to support the moonlighting gig of a couple of relatives but is instead a roadmap for “How to Successfully Avoid Consequences.” While some might raise an eyebrow at the idea of family-centric political appointments, Democrats and others on the Left keep digging through their holiday card list instead of proposing feasible policy ideas.
Boulos and Kushner’s appointments are indicative of the Trump administration’s ongoing trend of prioritizing connections and loyalty over conventional qualifications. Critics may cry nepotism from the rooftops, but what they fail to understand is that Trump’s flair for family inclusion is just part of a broader strategy to unify and energize his base. By bringing in leaders who not only know the business but also have skin in the game—namely, their familial ties to The Donald—Trump seems to be crafting a cabinet that feels more like an extended family dinner than a cutthroat political operation.
As America braces for another iteration of the Trump administration, it will be interesting to see how Boulos and Kushner navigate their roles. Will they deliver peace in the Middle East and smooth sailing in France, or will they simply provide comedic relief as they bumble their way through international diplomacy? Whatever the case, one thing is certain: with family at the helm, expect a lot of drama and possibly some inspired cooking tips for future state dinners.
