Vince Foster

American lawyer and political figure

Vince Foster - Leaders & Politicians born January 15th, 1945
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Born in 1945, an attorney served in the White House Counsel's office during the Clinton administration. Involved in various legal and political matters, held significant roles in the administration, including deputy counsel. Foster's career included work at prominent law firms, and he contributed to policy discussions and legal strategies for the administration until his untimely death in 1993.

Served as Deputy White House Counsel under Bill Clinton

Worked at the Rose Law Firm

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