Jerusalem: In a highly personal and at times humorous address to Israel’s parliament, U.S. President Donald Trump lauded billionaire philanthropist and major political donor Miriam Adelson for her pivotal role in shaping American policy toward Israel. Trump recounted the extraordinary influence exerted by Adelson and her late husband, casino magnate Sheldon Adelson, highlighting their consistent engagement with the White House during his administration.
“She loves Israel,” Trump told the Knesset on Monday, emphasizing the Adelsons’ impact on landmark decisions including the 2017 recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital, the 2018 relocation of the U.S. embassy to Jerusalem, and his 2019 endorsement of Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights. Trump gestured to Miriam Adelson, an Is