Qatar hires Bernard Kerik, former New York police chief as lobbyist
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Qatar has recently engaged Bernard Kerik, a former New York Police Commissioner, as a lobbyist. Kerik, known for his close ties with Rudy Giuliani, was pardoned by Donald Trump for tax-related offenses. His hiring comes in the wake of the 'Qatargate' scandal, focusing attention on Qatar's strategies in U.S. diplomacy. Kerik's controversial past and involvement in attempts to overturn the 2020 election raise significant ethical considerations about foreign influence in U.S. politics, prompting further scrutiny of both his role and Qatar's intentions.
Bernard Kerik, recently pardoned by Trump, has been hired by Qatar as a lobbyist amid the ongoing scrutiny related to 'Qatargate', marking a significant move in foreign influence.
His role as a lobbyist brings Kerik's controversial history into the spotlight, particularly his connections to Giuliani and efforts around the 2020 election, raising ethical questions.
Read at Haaretz.com
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