New book makes fiery claims about Jared Kushner’s finances in Trump’s first term

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   New Book Sparks Legal Threats Over Jared Kushner Finances

   A new book titled Princes and Thieves by Matthew Cole accuses Jared Kushner of overseeing secret foreign bank accounts and receiving millions in foreign payments during Donald Trump's first presidential term. The publication alleges that Middle Eastern leaders funded these slush funds to the tune of at least $2 billion to influence Kushner's foreign policy role. Donald Trump blasted Vanity Fair over the allegations as fake news, while Jared Kushner has denied the claims and threatened legal action. Simon & Schuster responded to legal threats by releasing the book early.

   Why it matters

   The controversy centers on accusations that the former president's son-in-law conducted diplomacy for profit and funneled money related to Middle Eastern intrigue. Vanity Fair published an inflammatory book excerpt that triggered intense media scrutiny, though the publication remained tight-lipped and faced a lawsuit over the claims. The unfolding dispute highlights ongoing questions regarding the intersection of family business and foreign policy during the Trump administration.

   What is confirmed

   • A new book by Matthew Cole titled Princes and Thieves makes fiery claims about Jared Kushner's finances during Donald Trump's first term.
   • Donald Trump blasted Vanity Fair over reports regarding Jared Kushner's alleged undisclosed foreign bank accounts.
   • Simon & Schuster released the book early after Jared Kushner threatened legal action.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The United Arab Emirates paid Donald Trump's son-in-law millions for helping oust a secretary of state.
   • Two slush funds were set up to influence Jared Kushner's Middle East role.

   What to watch next

   • Further legal developments and lawsuits filed by Jared Kushner regarding the book's allegations.
   • Responses from Vanity Fair and publisher Simon & Schuster as the fallout from the early release continues.
   Sources used for this update (12)

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   2. Forbes — Trump Blasts Vanity Fair Over ‘Fake News’ On Jared Kushner’s Alleged Undisclosed Foreign Bank Accounts
   3. The New York Times — Book Review: ‘Princes and Thieves,’ by Matthew Cole
   4. nypost.com — Vanity Fair stays mum despite facing lawsuit over explosive article claiming Jared Kushner oversaw secret Saudi, UAE slush fund
   5. TheWrap — Jon Stewart Is Thrown When Journalist Starts Interview With Jared Kushner's Denial: 'Am I in Trouble Now?'
   6. www.theguardian.com — New book makes fiery claims about Jared Kushner’s finances in ...
   7. reason.com — New book says Jared Kushner funneled money to Middle East ...
   8. The Guardian — New book makes fiery claims about Jared Kushner’s finances in Trump’s first term
   9. The Guardian — First Thing: Explosive book targets Jared Kushner’s role in US foreign policy
   10. politicalwire.com — Book Says Jared Kushner Conducted Diplomacy for Profit
   11. politicalwire.com — New Book on Jared Kushner Released Early - Political Wire
   12. www.rawstory.com — Explosive book accuses Kushner of taking $50M foreign payoff ...
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