Trump Names Massad Boulos as Mideast Adviser

Trump Names Massad Boulos as Mideast Adviser

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DEC 2024

Above: Dr. Massad Boulos Image copyright: Jeenah Moon/Contributor/The Washington Post via Getty Images

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Republican narrative

This appointment demonstrates Trump's strategic approach to Middle East relations, leveraging Boulos's extensive regional connections and successful outreach to Arab-American voters to build new coalitions and promote peace in the region.

Democratic narrative

The selection raises serious concerns about nepotism and potential conflicts of interest, following a pattern of Trump appointing family members to key positions, while questions persist about influence and power among Trump's family members in government.

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