Jared Kushner, 45, Drops Stunning Admission About His Education
Key Points:
- Jared Kushner responded to a New Yorker profile criticizing his global work during the Trump administration, disputing 14 claims made in the article.
- While denying the claim that his father’s $2.5 million donation to Harvard secured his admission, Kushner admitted the philanthropy “may have played a role” in his acceptance.
- Kushner strongly rejected being labeled a “middling student,” citing his high school achievements including being a top student, sports team captain, award-winning debater, and marathon finisher.
- He shared letters from his former high school administrator and principal asserting that previous negative portrayals of his academic record were distorted or inaccurate.
- Kushner emphasized his father’s extensive philanthropy beyond Harvard, noting over $100 million donated to various causes, amid ongoing scrutiny of the family's influence and political connections.