Donald Trump has secured the backing of the Republican Jewish Coalition (RJC) ahead of the upcoming elections. As announced, the non-profit has pledged to contribute $5 million to Trump’s reelection.

The RJC’s ambition is to forge a meaningful relationship between the Jewish community and Republican lawmakers. The organization’s overarching aim is to foster favorable relations between the United States and Israel.

RJC officials also intend to distribute an additional $15 million among other GOP candidates.

The contributions come amid the continued conflict between Israel and Hamas and decreased support from Biden’s government. In an interview with Fox News, Sam Markstein, RJC’s political director, said that the Jewish community is “more energized than ever to turn the page from the failures, broken promises and betrayals by Joe Biden.”

Political bettors are currently more likely to place their wagers on Trump winning the presidential elections. William Hill bettors’ wagers, for example, seem to suggest that the ex-president’s chances of winning the race are standing at approximately 55%.

The RJC Was Extensively Backed by LVS’ Founder

For context, the RJC was founded in 1985 and is based in Washington DC. The organization has significant lobbying power thanks to its past relationship with Sheldon Adelson, founder of the Las Vegas Sands casino and hospitality giant.

Adelson passed away three years ago but is still listed as a board member of the RJC board thanks to his incredible contributions to the non-profit organization. He has fueled RCJ’s Victory Fund with millions of dollars and, together with his wife, provided Trump’s 2016 and 2020 campaigns with over $200 million.   

In return, Trump, during his time as POTUS, moved the US Embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, as Adelson desired.

In other news, Trump Jr. recently criticized the Alabama Senate’s reluctance to pass a bill that would have allowed Alabama state residents to cast their vote on whether they would like to have a state lottery or not.

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Donald “Don” Laughlin, the American gambling entrepreneur, hotelier and rancher for whom the Nevadan town of Laughlin was named, has passed away at 92. His business broke the news on Facebook, informing his followers that on Sunday, Laughlin passed away peacefully.

The announcement said:

Don touched many lives in our local community as well as nationwide, and we understand how difficult this news will be for many. Especially our Riverside Resort family. Don Laughlin was truly an amazing man to work with and learn from.

Official announcement

The announcement added that Laughlin’s family has asked for some time to grieve. An official statement about the upcoming memorial service will be made shortly.

Nevada’s Governor, Joe Lombardo, released a statement on the matter, lauding Laughlin as an outstanding Nevadan.

Donna and I were saddened to hear of Don Laughlin’s passing today. Don built and developed his namesake town of Laughlin, making it into the city it is today.

Governor Joe Lombardo

Laughlin’s wife passed away a year and a half earlier.

Laughlin Replicated Las Vegas’ Success in Southern Nevada

Laughlin was born in Owatonna, Minnesota, on May 4, 1931. His career in gambling began during his time in fur trapping when he installed slot machines in hunting lodges. Disgruntled by Laughlin’s business, his high school principal asked the young Donald to either cease his slots operations or drop out.

Laughlin stuck to his businesses. By 1952, he had collected enough money to go to Vegas. Two years later, he bought his first casino, the 101 Club.

Eventually, Laughlin realized the potential of the tri-state area at the convergence of Nevada, California, and Arizona. In 1964, he left Vegas and moved to an abandoned motel property in southern Nevada. Two years later, he reopened the property, which was now a casino offering slots games, gaming tables and a chicken buffet.

The property eventually became the well-known Riverside Resort. South Pointe eventually grew into the town of Laughlin. The town now boasts eight casino resorts and is a major gambling destination.

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