U.S Hispanic Chamber Leader Who Has Had Turbulent Relationship With Trump May Be Ousted
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This story has deep roots, deeper than cozying-up with Trump. It's going to get ugly before it gets better.
The US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) is moving behind the scenes to oust its prominent president Javier Palomarez over allegations that he misused the organization’s money for his personal salary and bonuses, six sources familiar with the effort have told BuzzFeed News.
The frustration with Palomarez, however, is deeper than just finances, with widespread concern within USHCC that he has squandered the Latino business organization’s political clout and relationship with the White House with slapdash posturing that has expressly angered Trump officials.
A series of broader political miscues have also hurt Palomarez’s standing in the Capitol.
A member of Congress told BuzzFeed News of a meeting the member had with Palomarez that set off alarm bells. The meeting did not appear to be illegal, but inched up to lines that made the member uncomfortable.
Adrian Carrasquillo is the White House correspondent for BuzzFeed News and is based in Washington, DC. Contact Adrian Carrasquillo at adrian.carrasquillo@buzzfeed.com.
