Before its opening in December 2023, Donald Trump owned and was responsible for developing plans to inaugurate him as 47th president of the United States. One person held ownership of Fontainebleau on Las Vegas Strip – prior to it opening its iconic 67-story tower – who will play an instrumental role in planning Donald’s inauguration ceremonies as president of America.
President-elect Trump recently appointed former U.S. Sen. Kelly Loeffler (R-Georgia) and Steve Witkoff, an influential real estate magnate from Bronx as co-chairs for his Trump Vance Inaugural Committee – responsible for organizing celebrations marking Trump’s official takeover as president on January 20, 2025.
President-elect Trump expressed his thanks and excitement over the election result, hailing it as a historic triumph made possible through support from millions of Americans. His Inaugural Committee plans to recognize this achievement with ceremonies honoring our collective American spirit and commemorate this remarkable triumph for future generations to enjoy. He noted his eagerness for beginning his administration’s focus on revitalizing America through sound policy measures.
Witkoff has had an indestructible bond with Trump for some time and supports him politically. A well-recognized figure in New York real estate sector, Witkoff highlighted Trump’s compassionate nature during an event during 2024 to highlight why so many admire his administration.
Donald Trump’s first inauguration had been spearheaded by prominent individuals such as Sheldon Adelson (deceased), Steve Wynn and Phil Ruffin who not only led but significantly funded its operations.
Fontainebleau’s Transformations
Witkoff expanded his real estate ventures in Nevada in 2017 when he purchased Carl Icahn’s then uncompleted Fontainebleau resort for $600 million, having acquired it during its bankruptcy phase for $151 million but failing to complete construction of it. Witkoff planned on dedicating it in honor of Drew Witkoff who passed away tragically two years before. However, financial constraints and the COVID-19 pandemic proved formidable obstacles to these goals.
Witkoff sold their development in early 2021 for an undisclosed sum, and its opening at Fontainebleau last December was met with considerable enthusiasm – though remaining one of the main destinations on the northern end remains ongoing work.
Diplomatic Role in the Middle East
Trump appointed Witkoff not only to serve on his inauguration committee but also as special envoy to the Middle East – which does not require Senate approval – praising him for his business leadership and philanthropy work and having faith that he could promote peace across the region.
Witkoff had already made waves as President-elect when appointed as a member of the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts Board in Washington D.C. during Trump’s inaugural administration – showing his involvement and influence across sectors.
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