Bill Clinton (76) and Hillary Clinton (75) – Together for 47 Years
Former U.S. President Bill and his partner, Hillary Clinton, are one of the most well-known political couples in the public eye. They met at Yale University, where he was attracted to her ‘sense of strength and self-possession.’ They wed in a small ceremony in 1975 after his second proposal because she said she needed ‘more time.’
The politician went through several allegations in the White House, which tested their relationship. Remember the Monica Lewinsky scandal? The former First Lady of the United States honored her ‘for better or worse’ vows and stuck by him. Hillary attended the 2022 Met Gala after 21 years in a stunning wine-colored gown.
Sarah Palin (59) and Ron Duguay (65) – Together for 1 Year
In 2020, Sarah Palin’s husband of 31 years, Todd, sought a divorce, claiming incompatibility as the reason. When Sarah was spotted with hockey player Ron Duguay in January 2022, dating rumors immediately began.
Kamala Harris (58) and Doug Emhoff (58) – Together for 8 Years
We bet whoever set these two up on a blind date must be feeling good about themselves. Doug Emhoff is a lawyer and was a partner at DLA Piper until he announced his permanent leave in 2020. He didn’t want any conflict of interest once his wife, Kamala Harris, was inaugurated as Vice President of the White House.
After their first meeting, Emhoff said it was ‘love at first sight,’ and they got hitched one year later. Her sister Maya officiated the ceremony in California. The businessman headed to South Korea in May 2022 to lead the United States delegation.
Nancy Pelosi (83) and Paul Pelosi (83) – Together for 59 Years
Thanks to their college romance, Nancy Pelosi and Paul Pelosi have created a beautiful marriage. After tying the knot in a Catherdral in Baltimore in 1963, their loving union has grown to five children and nine grandchildren. Christmas time must be a busy season in that family!
These two are both successful in their own right. Nancy became the only woman from the U.S. Democratic Party to become speaker of the House after being elected in 2007. Her husband, an Amerian businessman, accrued most of his $120 million fortune from his venture capitalist firm, Financial Leasing Services. The couple is still going strong after more than five decades together.
Donald Trump (76) and Melania Trump (53) – Together for 17 Years
Controversial former U.S. President Donald Trump met his wife, Melania, at a party in 1998. They shared an instant attraction and wed in a lavish ceremony five years later. Often in the tabloids for his brash comments and assault allegations, however, she stood by his side no matter what.
Despite these two often showing a united front for appearances, it seems it’s different behind closed doors. According to Michael Wolff’s book, “Fire and Fury,” they don’t share the same bed, ‘they spend time in the same place but don’t interact.’ Trump backed JD Vance as he won the Ohio Senate primary in May 2022.
Joe Biden (80) and Jill Jacobs (71) – Together for 24 Years
U.S. President Joe Biden found love when he met Jill Jacobs through his brother in 1975. They hit it off, and it wasn’t long before he knew she was the one. However, it took him five proposals before she agreed to be his partner for life!
Jacobs is often seen by his side during Presidential duties sharing adorable moments. They’ve both published books about their love for each other; “Where The Light Enters” and “Promises To Keep.” This sweet pair welcomed the U.S.A. Olympian Team into the White House in May 2022.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (33) and Riley Roberts – Together for 4 Years
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is making moves in American Government. In 2018, she became the youngest woman to serve in Congress. Cortez is noticed for her more prominent social media presence than her peers. The history maker met her boyfriend, Riley Roberts, during the end of her years at Boston University.
Web developer Roberts is known to shy away from the public eye, but you can dive more into their union with the Netflix documentary “Knock Down the House” in 2019. The Congresswoman boosted up supporters at a rally in San Antonio in an attempt to flip more Texans to Democratic control in February 2022.
Arnold Schwarzenegger (75) and Heather Milligan (66) – Together for 9 Years
Former Governor of California Arnold Schwarzenegger has been dating physical therapist Heather Milligan since 2013. The duo bonded over their love of sports; as she treats professional athletes’ injuries at her practice. After his split from Maria Shriver, who he was with 25 years prior and shared four children, the relationship was formed.
Milligan and her beau frequently travel the world together, including visits to his hometown of Austria. The politician had his divorce finalized in the courts in December 2021, a decade after they broke up. We wonder whether this will lead to him tying the knot with his current partner.
Karine Jean-Pierre (48) and Suzanne Malveaux (56) – Together for 1 Year
Until it was announced that Karine Jean-Pierre would succeed Jen Psaki as White House press secretary on May 5, 2022, she served as Psaki’s deputy at the White House press office. She seems to have figured out the key to happiness and success, as her personal and professional lives are thriving.
The French activist has a kid she adopted with her wife, CNN host Suzanne Malveaux. After getting married in May 2022, the couple made history as the first people of color and the first openly gay people to work in the White House. This happened after the law that protects the rights of the LGBTQ community was finally passed.
Kimberly Guilfoyle (54) and Donald Trump Jr. (45) – Together for 4 Years
Some may regard Donald Trump Jr. and Kimberly Guilfoyle as a Republican power couple. They were often seen campaigning and working on behalf of his father, former U.S. President Donald Trump. These two ran in the same circles before getting together, although she was married to politician Gavin Newsom at the time.
After they started dating in 2018, they purchased a $9.7 million waterfront home in Florida. It’s rumored he quietly proposed to his love on New Year’s Eve in 2020, although it wasn’t confirmed until January 2022 on Guilfoyle’s social media.
Ron DeSantis (44) and Casey DeSantis (42) – Together for 14 Years
Ron DeSantis is a popular figure in the American political scene after serving as governor of Florida and representative of Florida’s 6th congressional district. While his personal life is not always in the spotlight, we have spotted him and his wife, Casey DeSantis, together in public, and they seem to be deeply in love.
Ron and Casey met on a golf course at the University of North Florida. A single encounter sparked the love that blossomed into a beautiful marriage ceremony at the Walt Disney World Resort. While it has been almost two decades since they first met, they still adore and support each other.
Nicole Wallace(51) and Michael S. Schmidt (39) – Together for 1 Year
Nicolle Wallace, who once served as White House communications director, is now an accomplished journalist and TV host. While Wallace was previously married to Mark Wallace, an expert in finance and law, their 14-year marriage ended in divorce in March 2019.
Wallace was frequently seen out with journalist Michael Schmidt shortly after her divorce. Schmidt is a regular on her show, “Deadline: White House,” and that’s how they first crossed paths. They confirmed their romance in 2019, and by April 2022, they were married. They had a small ceremony with just close family and friends present to celebrate their union.
Chris Christie (60) and Mary Pat Christie (59) – Together for 37 Years
Chris Christie is an American politician, former federal prosecutor, and former governor of New Jersey. During his first term as governor, he will be remembered for cutting expenditures and capping property tax growth. Moreover, he engaged in recovery efforts after Hurricane Sandy in 2012, and his wife, Mary Pat Christie, was by his side.
Through her skills, Mary managed to raise $40 million for hurricane relief, an impressive figure thanks to the dynamism between her and Chris. They have been together for more than three decades and are still going strong, as seen when she left her Wall Street job to support his bid for the presidency.
Anthony Fauci (82) and Christine Grady (71) – Together for 37 Years
Anthony Fauci is an American physician who has served in the public health sector for over 50 years. It’s where he met the love of his life, Christine Grady, a nurse, while treating a Brazilian patient together. The fact that she spoke fluent Portuguese impressed the doctor. It sounds like the start of a romantic movie!
These two continue to work together to this day. She heads the bioethics department while he’s the Director of the NIAID and the Chief Medical Advisor to the U.S. President. In September 2021, Magnolia Pictures released “Fauci,” a documentary film about his fascinating life and work.
Marsha Blackburn (70) and Chuck Blackburn – Together for 48 Years
Marsha Blackburn is an American businesswoman and Senator of Tenessee, a position she’s held since 2019. In 1975, she walked down the aisle with Charles, the founder of Strategic Sales Tactics. They share two children, who gave them two adorable grandchildren.
The politician is an active member of her local church, Christ Presbyterian Church, and several other charitable organizations. Not much is known about the pair’s lives, though they reside in Brentwood, Tennessee. Blackburn faced ridicule in May 2022 after tweeting online that people of her hometown ‘demand a wall on their Southern border.’
John Cornyn (71) and Sandy Hansen – Together for 43 Years
Sandy Hansen and U.S. Senator John Cornyn have been together for over four decades after meeting on a blind date. After tying the knot in 1979, they extended the family with two daughters. While his wife prefers to keep a low profile, she’s often seen supporting her man during political campaigns.
Hansen is quite active in politics in her home state as a member of the Texas Federation of Republican Women’s Club, which supports females in influencing policies and developing candidates. Cornyn won the re-election in 2020 and assumed office once again in 2021.
Charles Grassley (89) and Barbara Speicher – Together for 68 Years
Charles Grassley is one of the longest-serving members of Congress. He became the most senior Republican member after Orrin Hatch’s retirement in 2019. The politician is known for his active work ethic. He and Barbara Speicher wed in Little Brown Church near Iowa in 1954. They’ve since raised five children, and have nine grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren.
Speicher has been part of the Executive Committee of Congressional Families for Cancer Prevention since she successfully overcame the disease in 1987. She made an appearance at the Iowa State Fair at the Health Awareness and Screening booth in August 2021.
Ron Johnson (68) and Jane Curler (62) – Together for 35 Years
Ron Johnson was elected to congress in 2010 as a Republican Senator for Wisconsin. He’s known as a loyal political soldier for former President Trump. He got hitched to Jane Curler in 1977 and grew their family with three children. Outside of politics, they are pretty fortunate when it comes to business ventures.
Curler’s father, Howard, founded a plastics company in the ’50s and became a self-made billionaire by the ’70s. Johnson joined his brother-in-law at his manufacturing company and moved up to CEO by the ’80s, making him one of the wealthiest Senators. The Wisconsin representative announced in January 2022 that he would look to lead for a third term.
Ted Cruz (52) and Heidi Nelson (49) – Together for 21 Years
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz and his partner, Heidi Nelson, met in 2000 while working on former President Bush’s campaign. In an interview with CNN, Cruz mentioned that their first date was at The Bitter End restaurant in Houston. According to him, it was love at first sight. The two got hitched the following year in May 2001; what a whirlwind romance!
Nelson has made waves of her own, previously reporting to National Security Advisor Condoleezza Rice and becoming a managing director for Goldman Sachs in 2005. The Cruz family came under fire after vacationing in Cancún while their home state endured a deadly storm in February 2021.
John Bel Edwards (56) and Donna Hutto (63) – Together for 32 Years
Governor of Louisana John Edwards and his wife, Donna, married in 1989, shortly after he graduated from West Point and Ranger School. These two make quite the team and work together often. She dedicated her time to assisting families of Army service members while he was an Airborne Ranger.
They raised three children while serving their home state. The First Lady of the state of Louisiana was active in being involved with local organizations and schools. She’s been a strong advocate for teachers since she taught music at the same school she attended years prior. Edwards delayed the Louisana elections in September 2021 after the intense infrastructure damage caused by Hurricane Ida.
Dick Cheney (82) and Lynne Cheney (81) – Together for 58 Years
Dick Cheney was the 46th Vice President who served during former President Bush’s tenure from 2001 to 2009. He was considered one of the most powerful and disliked figures in American politics. His policies and interrogation tactics had critics labeling them as ‘torture.’
His wife, Lynne, is quite the smart cookie. She earned a Ph.D. in 19th Century British Literature from the University of Wisconsin. These high school sweethearts tied the knot in 1964 and have two children together. Republican Cheney and his daughter, Liz, showed their support at the Capitol in January 2022, marking the attack’s first anniversary.
Gavin Newsom (55) and Jennifer Siebel Newsom (48) – Together for 14 Years
Governor of California Gavin Newsom met “Something’s Gotta Give” film director Jennifer Siebel on a blind date in 2006. Not long after his split from his former wife, sparks flew between them, and they walked down the aisle together in 2008.
Newsom had an affair with a former staff member at the early stages of his courtship with Siebel. She stood by him, and he told The Sacramento Bee, ‘it ultimately made me fall in love with her.’ In November 2021, the filmmaker tweeted to her husband’s critics to ‘get a life’ after he came under fire for not attending the COP26 summit in Scotland. She has since deleted it.
Alex Padilla (50) and Angela Monzon – Together for 10 Years
Senator of California Alex Padilla is a family man proud of his Mexican roots. He wed his partner, Angela, in 2012, and they extended their family with three boys. She is the President of Fundamental Change, a Mental Health organization that supported him as he became the first Latino to represent his state.
His wife advocates for mental health and frequently speaks at schools and community events to raise awareness. She likes to show her loving support in public, like when he was sworn into Senate in January 2021.
Eric Garcetti (52) and Amy Wakeland (51) – Together for 13 Years
American politician Eric Garcetti has been serving as the Mayor of Los Angeles since 2013. He married his longtime girlfriend, Amy Elaine Wakeland in 2009, whom he met while studying at Oxford. The two have a daughter, Maya Juanita, who they adopted. Wakeland’s active in the world of politics right beside her loving husband.
The First Lady of L.A. contributes to organizations supporting women and children from neglect and domestic violence. President Biden nominated the Mayor for the post of Ambassador to India. However, Senator Grassley paused it while investigating a scandal involving Garcetti’s top advisor.
Penny Pritzker (64) and Bryan Traubert – Unknown
Penny Pritzker is an American billionaire and civic leader who served as an advisor during Obama’s administration from 2013 to 2017. Most of her work is dedicated to providing better education for public schools as a Chicago Public Education Fund Chair.
She has had successful business ventures over the years. Forbes estimated her wealth to be $3.2 billion in 2021. The entrepreneur is married to ophthalmologist Bryan Traubert. Not much is known about these two though they have two children together. Pritzker joined President Biden’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology in 2021.
Bill Haslam (64) and Crissy Garrett – Together for 31 Years
Another political figure with billions to their name, American businessman Bill Haslam served as the Governor of Tennessee from 2011 to 2019. He met the love of his life, Crissy Garrett, at Emory University and tied the knot in 1981. They extended their family with three children.
During his reign as a political figure, his wife was focused on encouraging a better engagement in public education. She created the READ20 book patrol to ensure kids from low-income families have access to books. Country singing legend Dolly Parton presented the Haslams with the Tenessee Leadership Award in May 2022.
Mark Dayton (76) and Ana Orke (35) – Together for 2 Years
After 20 years of bachelorhood, former Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton said ‘I Do’ to former staffer Ana Orke. Their first encounter was during his political fundraiser in 2005. Despite their 40-year age gap, they prove love conquers all, and they share a passion for politics and winning at Scrabble!
The politician lost touch with Orke after she aided his 2010 gubernatorial campaign. They reconciled years later when things turned romantic during a dinner. Recently, Dayton and his loving wife live a much quieter life in their Minneapolis home.
Betsy Devos (65) and Dick DeVos (67) – Together for 33 Years
Betsy Prince is an American political figure advocating for children and schools. She wed ‘Amway’ heir, Dick DeVos. His family is considered one of Michigan’s wealthiest. He also participated in the world of politics as a donor for campaigns and social causes and was a 2006 Republican nominee for Governor.
However, the educator does hail from an affluent family herself. Her father was Edgar Prince, an industrialist billionaire and founder of the Prince Corporation. Prince teamed up with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in April 2022 to defund public schools and redirect money to private establishments instead.
Michael Bloomberg (81) and Diana Taylor (67) – Together for 22 Years
The former Mayor of New York, Michael Bloomberg, founded and is the CEO of the media company Bloomberg L.P. The businessman ranked number 16 on the Forbes Richest list in March 2022. Sparks flew during a business lunch in 2000 where he was seated with Diana Taylor, and the rest is history.
Despite their long-standing relationship, they’ve never put a ring on it. However, Taylor doesn’t like to be called his ‘girlfriend.’ We guess whatever works for them! Bloomberg became the chair of the Defense Innovation Board in February 2022.
Tom Steyer (65) and Kat Taylor (61) – Together for 36 Years
Tom Steyer is an American businessman who founded Farallon Capital and OneCalifornia Bank. To put it into perspective, the firm manages $20 billion in capital for high-end investors. In 2020, he campaigned for the Democratic nomination for the Presidential seat but dropped out after failing to secure pledges.
The billionaire wed Kat Taylor in 1986, where the impactful pair made two vows. One of them being their marriage pact and the other, uniting to fight for a better world. How adorable are these two? Steyer launched Galvanize Climate Solutions in September 2021 to address global challenges like climate change.
Ben Sasse (51) and Melissa McLeod – Together for 28 Years
Republican Nebraskan Senator Ben Sasse put a ring on his college sweetheart, Melissa McLeod, in 1995. She comes from a military family and also worked as a teacher when they resided in Connecticut. The pair extended their loving family with three children, which they home school due to the family’s heavy travel schedule.
Their chemistry was undeniable after meeting on a Christian Mission trip; he stated he met his ‘lifelong soulmate’ that day. The lovebirds tied the knot three years later. Sasse and the Governor of Tenessee, Bill Haslam, attended Edman Chapel in January 2022 to discuss the role of Christian higher education.
John Delaney (60) and Gena Delaney – Together for 42 Years
John Delaney is a lawyer who served as the Mayor of Florida from 1995 to 2003. He was raised in Ohio and attended the University of Florida, where he received a Bachelor’s Law Degree. The lawman got hitched to his love Gena in 1980. The two reside in Neptune Beach.
These two are more low-profile compared to other political figures in the media. They raised four children and have twin grandsons. Delaney was well-liked during his term. He was awarded a Conservation Award for his series of grants to improve the local parks in Jacksonville. He became President of Flagler College in October 2021.
John Kerry (79) and Teresa Heinz (84) – Together for 28 Years
Teresa Heinz is not only the wife of former Secretary of State John Kerry; she’s a successful businesswoman too. She is an heiress of the H.J. Heinz company and chairs Heinz Endowments and Family Philanthropies, earning her a $750 million fortune. After her ex-husband John Heinz’s sad passing, a romance with her current partner followed.
The entrepreneur was a Democrat until she switched parties after marrying Republican Kerry but not until 2002. The politician met with Chinese diplomats in September 2021 to discuss negotiations on reducing carbon emissions.
Bernie Sanders (81) and Jane O’Meara (73) – Together for 34 Years
Jane O’Meara is often seen advocating for her partner, Bernie Sanders, during many of his political endeavors. They met at an event while he was running for Mayor, and they solidified their union in 1988. Since then, she has consistently supported him as his loving confidant. Their adorable relationship can be admired.
Why wouldn’t he trust her opinion? She has a passion for politics and is a humanitarian. O’Meara has managed to aid her husband while establishing her path in education administration. Sanders questioned Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’ labor practices at the Senate hearing in May 2022.
Elizabeth Warren (73) and Bruce H. Mann (73) – Together for 42 Years
Politician Elizabeth Warren’s husband, Bruce H. Mann, likes to stay out of the limelight except when he steps out to support the Massachusetts Senator. They met at a law conference in Florida and found they had an instant attraction to one another. The couple shares the same political views.
They’re both law professors with experience at Harvard University, though she wasn’t attracted to him for that. In her memoir “Fighting Chance,” she stated that it was because he ‘had great legs.’ Warren published the picture book “Pinkie Promises” in November 2021.
Ben Carson (71) and Candy Carson (69) – Together for 47 Years
Former U.S. Secretary and doctor Ben Carson met his loving partner while attending Yale University. Candy Carson is a published author and businesswoman standing by her man during political duties. They’ve partnered up four times to co-author books, including the best-selling “One Nation.”
The doctor knew she was the one after a near-fatal experience while courting. He believed they were destined to be together after that. Scary moments like this can put things into perspective. Ben continued his faith duties and delivered the community prayer as a keynote speaker in Southwest Florida in May 2022.
George W. Bush (76) and Laura Bush (76) – Together for 45 Years
Former U.S. President George W. Bush had a whirlwind romance with his partner Laura. Looking back at their courtship, he immediately was fascinated with her ‘blue eyes’ and experienced ‘heart palpitations’ when he first laid eyes on her. The romantic pair made it official three months later.
Their friends knew they’d hit it off and set them up at a garden barbeque, and the rest is history. We guess burgers do bring people together! Bush and his wife sent a cameo to the Today Show, sending birthday wishes for their daughter Jenna Bush Hager in November 2021.
Al Gore (75) and Elizabeth Keadle – Together for 10 Years
Former Vice President Al Gore is known as an author and avid environmentalist. He’s won numerous awards for his contributions to climate change, including a Nobel Peace Prize. Although not much is known of how he met his girlfriend, Elizabeth Keadle, she is a wealthy Democratic donor.
She serves as a helping hand for his projects like the 2012 trip to Antarctica to raise awareness and funds. They were joined by celebrities dedicated to the cause like Tommy Lee Jones and Richard Branson. In January 2022, Gore was interviewed by CBS News about his positive outlook for the future of our planet.
Susan Rice (58) and Ian O. Cameron – Together for 30 Years
It turns out Ian O. Cameron is an accomplished executive for ABC News along with being American diplomat Susan Rice’s husband. He admired her once he laid eyes on her during his first-year orientation at Stanford University. Since making it official in 1992, he’s regularly by her side while raising two children.
The political figure gushed about her other half when she got the job as Barack Obama’s National Security Advisor. She credits his support as instrumental to her achieving that position. Rice served under the Biden administration on the Domestic Policy Council in 2021.
Henry Kissinger (99) and Nancy Kissinger (89) – Together for 48 Years
Henry Kissinger is an American diplomat who served under the Presidential tenure of Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford. In 1973 he received a Nobel Peace Prize for successfully negotiating a ceasefire in Vietnam. The peacemaker found love the second time around with his wife, Nancy, whom he first met at Harvard as a student.
His friends consider her bright and intelligent, a perfect match for the accomplished politician. They don’t share any offspring, but she helped raise two children from his previous partnership. Kissinger published “Leadership: Six Studies In World Strategy” in April 2022.
Pete Buttigieg (41) and Chasten Buttigieg (33) – Together for 4 Years
Pete Buttigieg made history when he became the first openly gay Cabinet member in U.S. history. He served as Mayor of Indiana from 2012 to 2020 and became the only Mayor of South Bend to get hitched during his term. The relatable politician met his husband on the dating app Hinge in 2015.
Their first date was like any other, bonding over scotch eggs and watching a baseball game. This adorable relationship in the spotlight has grown them and their two dogs many fans. This was proven by the number of congratulations they received after adopting fraternal twins in September 2021.
John Neely Kennedy (71) and Rebecca Stulb – Unknown
For over two decades, Rebecca Stulb has been a pillar of support for her attorney and politician husband, John Neely Kennedy. Not much is known about the date of their nuptials. Though Stulb is a lawyer herself, she is a Chaffe McCall law firm partner.
These two have one son and they reside in Madisonville. Kennedy and his partner co-founded their local Methodist Church. Despite sharing the same name as the famous Kennedy family, they aren’t related. The Senator spoke at a campaign rally to seek re-election in February 2022.
Patrick Leahy (83) and Marcelle Pomerleau – Together for 50 Years
Patrick Leahy is an attorney who is known as the Senator of Vermont. The lawyer is one of the last members to continue to serve in Congress since Gerald Ford and Jimmy Carter’s administration. He walked down the aisle with the love of his life, nurse Marcelle Pomerleau, and raised three children.
Leahy fell for the mother of his kids at a summer party at Lake Champlain. It was love at first sight for him, but she was insanely shy at the time. The political figure thought Pomerleau was ignoring him! He announced his retirement from American politics in November 2021.
Barack Obama (61) and Michelle Obama (59) – Together for 30 Years
Former U.S. President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle’s love dates back before stepping into the White House. They met as co-workers while working in a law firm in Chicago. After dating for three years, he popped the question at a restaurant when celebrating his finishing the bar exam.
During his tenure in the oval office, their relationship has been the definition of #MarriageGoals. The former First Lady is often seen standing by her man’s side during appearances and sharing cute quips in public. Obama signed a deal with Netflix to produce the docuseries “Our Great National Parks” in March 2022.
Thom Tillis (62) and Susan Tillis – Together for 35 Years
North Carolina’s Senator Thom Tillis wed his partner Susan over 30 years ago and lived a quiet life in Huntersville. After a difficult first marriage to his unknown college sweetheart, he found his happy ending. He and his wife brought two children into the world.
Like many politician’s partners, she had a career before giving it up to help them with their campaigns. His loving wife was involved in real estate for Allen Tate Realtors since 2005, only to step down eight years later to support her husband’s goals. Tillis posted a sweet photo on Instagram dedicated to his ‘forever Valentine’ in February 2022.
