Heightened United States security requirements led to a long and at times bitter dispute with Berlin authorities during which Kornblum became the target of repeated political and public criticism. Shortly before leaving office in 2001, Kornblum negotiated a settlement which was ultimately confirmed by Secretary of State Colin Powell in 2003.
Heightened U.S. security requirements caused a prolonged disagreement with Berlin authorities, leading to Kornblum facing repeated political and public criticism. Before leaving office in 2001, Kornblum negotiated a settlement that was confirmed by Secretary of State Colin Powell in 2003.