Alex Soros, the son of billionaire Democrat donor George Soros, is engaged to Huma Abedin, Hillary Clinton’s former deputy chief of staff. Sources revealed the news to Page Six, confirming that Soros proposed to Abedin in May at his home in New York City. The couple celebrated their engagement with a trip to Italy, as reported by Vogue.
The engagement marks a significant milestone for both Soros, 38, and Abedin, 47. A friend of Abedin described their relationship as “effortless,” noting that Abedin is now “relaxed and happy and in love” after years of turmoil.
Alex Soros, who grew up amidst his father’s significant influence in Democratic politics, seems to have found an ideal partner in Abedin. A former senior Clinton staffer remarked, “It’s a classic Clinton World couple. Alex is the perfect match for Huma.” Abedin has often been called Hillary Clinton’s “second daughter,” and George Soros, worth at least $6.7 billion, has recently announced plans to pass his empire to Alex.
The couple first hinted at their relationship earlier this year with a Valentine’s Day photo from Paris. Abedin has been frequently seen leaving Soros’s downtown New York City residence, further confirming their relationship.
George Soros was a major supporter of Hillary Clinton’s 2016 presidential campaign, donating over $9.5 million. The engagement between Abedin and Soros underscores the deep connections within Democratic circles.
In February, Abedin and Soros traveled to Munich, Germany, during the Munich Security Conference, an event that attracts prominent global leaders.
Abedin’s previous marriage to Anthony Weiner ended in 2017 after Weiner pleaded guilty to charges of providing explicit content to a minor. He was sentenced to 21 months in federal prison, and Abedin filed for divorce just before his plea.
