US House Judiciary Democrats open probe into Trump’s son-in-law Kushner over dual roles

US House Judiciary Committee Democrats have opened a probe into President Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, questioning his dual role as a private investor and his participation as “Special Envoy for Peace” in negotiations on behalf of the US to address conflicts in the Middle East.

In a letter addressed to Kushner, Rep. Jamie Raskin, the ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, said Thursday that Kushner has raised billions of dollars from foreign investors, including entities linked to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar.

Central to the committee’s concerns are Kushner’s financial ties to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, whose government is described as his “largest financial backer.”

Raskin argued that Saudi Arabia’s strategic interests — particularly regarding tensions with Iran — may diverge sharply from those of the United States, raising questions about Kushner’s ability to serve impartially in a diplomatic role.

"You cannot both be a diplomat and a financial pawn of the Saudi monarchy at the same time.

"You cannot faithfully represent the United States with billions of dollars in Saudi and Emirati cash burning a hole in every pocket of every suit you own," the lawmaker wrote in the letter.

The committee is seeking extensive documentation from Kushner and his firm, including communications with foreign officials, investment records and internal materials referencing US foreign policy or his government role.

The requested materials span from 2022 through the present and carry a compliance deadline of April 30.

Earlier, several Democrats, including Sen. Elizabeth Warren, voiced criticism over Kushner’s role as “Special Envoy for Peace.”