Paul Manafort

Political consultant and lobbyist

Paul Manafort - Political consultant and lobbyist
Born

April 1st, 1949
75 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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A political consultant and lobbyist with a career spanning decades, involvement included work for several presidential campaigns, notably serving as campaign chairman for Donald Trump's 2016 election bid. Early career encompassed lobbying for pro-Kremlin politicians in Ukraine and work with various lobbying firms. Involvement in political fundraising and management led to significant influence within Republican politics. Eventually faced legal issues resulting in a conviction for tax fraud, bank fraud, and failing to disclose foreign lobbying activities.

Served as campaign chairman for Donald Trump's 2016 campaign

Lobbied for pro-Kremlin politicians in Ukraine

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