Trump Recognizes Miriam Adelson's Influence on US Israel Policy
President Donald Trump acknowledged the significant impact of mega-donor Miriam Adelson on US decisions regarding Israel.
Trump, in a speech to Israel's parliament, highlighted Miriam Adelson's frequent White House visits with her late husband, Sheldon Adelson, a casino mogul who passed away in 2021.
- Sheldon Adelson was the head of Las Vegas Sands Corp and built the world's largest casino empire.
- The Adelsons were known for their philanthropy and business ventures in Israel, as well as donations to Jewish causes.
She loves Israel
Trump credited the couple with influencing key decisions, including:
- 2017 recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital
- 2018 move of the US embassy to Jerusalem
- 2019 endorsement of Israeli sovereignty over the occupied Golan Heights
Author's summary: Trump praises Miriam Adelson's influence on US Israel policy.
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The Print — 2025-10-13