Trump And Miriam Adelson Meet In Vegas Amid Campaign Funding Speculations

In a recent development, former President Donald Trump had a dinner meeting with casino executive Miriam Adelson in Las Vegas. This meeting is seen as a move to strengthen his ties with the Republican donor community.

What Happened: Trump’s dinner with Adelson on Thursday is seen as a strategic move to secure the support of the Republican donor class, reported Politico based on two anonymous sources. Adelson, who is estimated to be worth $35 billion, was a significant donor to Trump’s 2020 reelection campaign, along with her late husband, Sheldon Adelson, a Las Vegas mogul.

Trump has been actively seeking the support of potential mega-donors for his re-election campaign, including those who did not back him in the Republican primary. Adelson, who has chosen to remain neutral in the primary, is expected to make substantial investments to bolster Trump in the general election.

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This dinner is not the first time Trump has sought Adelson’s support. He previously dined with her in October during a visit to Las Vegas and met her at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida, last year. Adelson also met with Trump’s opponent, Nikki Haley, during the Republican Jewish Coalition’s annual conference.

Why It Matters: Trump’s efforts to secure the support of influential Republican donors like Adelson come at a time when concerns about the age of presidential candidates are being raised. A recent ABC News/Ipsos poll revealed that 59% of respondents believe both Trump and his successor, President Joe Biden, are too old to contest in the 2024 general election.

Meanwhile, Adelson’s influence in the Republican donor community was underscored when she acquired a majority stake in the Dallas Mavericks, a move that could potentially further strengthen her ties with the Republican party.

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