Huma Abedin, the former aide to Hillary Clinton, and Alex Soros, son of billionaire philanthropist George Soros, have announced their engagement. The couple shared the joyous news on Instagram, with a heartfelt caption: “This happened…we couldn’t be happier, more grateful, or more in love.” Soros proposed to Abedin in late May after less than a year of dating, as reported by Vogue.
Abedin, 47, and Soros, 38, are both well-known figures in the realms of politics and business. Abedin has had a long career working with Hillary Clinton, serving in various capacities at the White House, the Senate, the State Department, and in Clinton’s private life. She was previously married to Anthony Weiner, a former Democratic congressman who was imprisoned in 2017 for sexting with a minor. Abedin filed for divorce the same year.
Alex Soros, on the other hand, leads the Open Society Foundations and its political action committee, a charitable organization that supports liberal causes. His father, George Soros, has an estimated net worth of $6.7 billion and has donated more than $30 billion to his foundation.
The couple first met last fall at a mutual friend’s birthday party, where they quickly bonded over their shared interests in politics and public service, according to Vogue. Since then, they have made several public appearances together, including attending this year’s Met Gala and a White House state dinner.
Soros will become the stepfather to Abedin’s son from her marriage to Weiner. Although a wedding date has not been announced, the couple’s engagement has already garnered significant attention.
Abedin, an MSNBC contributor and author of the 2021 memoir “Both/And: A Life in Many Worlds,” has been a prominent figure in American politics for decades. She was promoted to vice chair of Clinton’s 2016 presidential campaign, nearly two decades after she began working with the then-first lady. Abedin has one child, 12-year-old Jordan, from her previous marriage to Weiner.
Weiner’s scandalous behavior, which included transmitting sexual material to a minor, led to his imprisonment and significantly impacted Abedin’s life. She filed for divorce in 2017, and Weiner served 18 months in federal prison. Abedin has since spoken openly about the shame and challenges she faced during that period, expressing a desire to reclaim her life and move forward.
In 2015, Abedin was also involved in an FBI investigation into emails containing classified information that Clinton sent while using a private server during her tenure as Secretary of State. The investigation was reopened weeks before the 2016 election after new emails sent by Abedin were found on Weiner’s personal computer. Ultimately, then-FBI Director James Comey decided not to prosecute Clinton.
Alex Soros, who took over his father’s $25 billion empire last year, is the chair of the Open Society Foundations. The organization awards grants to groups that promote democratic principles, human rights, and justice. Soros has been active in the political scene, meeting with top Democratic officials and even attending meetings with Pope Francis.
The couple’s engagement has been celebrated by many, with Soros sharing a photo of himself on one knee, proposing to Abedin. The image was accompanied by the caption: “This happened…we couldn’t be happier, more grateful, or more in love,” along with heart and ring emojis.
Abedin and Soros have shared several moments from their relationship on social media, including a Valentine’s Day post showing them together in Paris. Their engagement marks a new chapter in their lives, bringing together two influential figures in politics and philanthropy.
As they prepare for their future together, Abedin and Soros continue to be active in their respective fields. Abedin remains a staunch ally of Hillary Clinton and a contributor to MSNBC, while Soros leads the Open Society Foundations, continuing his father’s legacy of supporting liberal causes.
The couple’s engagement has been met with widespread interest and support, highlighting their shared commitment to public service and their deep connection. As they move forward, Abedin and Soros are poised to make a significant impact both personally and professionally.
Source: CNN, USA TODAY, New York Post, Fox News
