Photo shows top Trump aide's daughter with pro-Russia politician in Bosnia

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Katie Wiles, daughter of White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, was photographed with Željko Budimir, interior minister of Republika Srpska.
The photo, shared by activist Evi Kokalari, was taken in Republika Srpska, a Bosnian territory led by pro-Russian leader Milorad Dodik.
Wiles's employer, Continental Strategy, confirmed her trip in mid-August for a client's feasibility study, stating she has not spoken with U.S. government officials about Srpska.
Continental Strategy is registered to lobby for Republika Srpska, and another partner, Alejandro Garcia, has interacted with the U.S. government on their behalf.
The article also mentions James Blair and Chris LaCivita's travel to Republika Srpska to assist Dodik's party, which Trump distanced himself from.
Previous reports suggest the Trump administration lifted sanctions against Dodik to empower allies, with companies linked to Trump associates securing a major energy project.
Michael Flynn also worked as a paid lobbyist for Republika Srpska around the time sanctions were lifted.

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