Inside the life of Jonathan Steinberg: Maria Bartiromo’s millionaire husband, CEO of WisdomTree

As Trump once considered Maria Bartiromo for VP, public curiosity turned toward the man beside her — the elusive, ultra-wealthy Jonathan Steinberg.

When Politico reporter Alex Isenstadt revealed in his book Revenge that Donald Trump nearly chose Maria Bartiromo as his 2024 running mate, political circles buzzed with surprise. Known for her aggressive interviews and close ties to conservative influencers, Bartiromo was reportedly “dead serious” on Trump’s shortlist until a tragic campaign event shifted the decision.

But as headlines focused on Bartiromo’s political proximity, another figure quietly stepped into view: her husband of 25 years, Jonathan Steinberg — a man whose financial influence rivals hers, yet who keeps an extraordinary level of privacy.

A Wall Street Legacy with an Unusual Path

Jonathan Steinberg carries a powerful last name. He is the son of Saul Steinberg, a legendary Wall Street “corporate raider” of the 1980s who famously attempted major takeovers, including Disney and Chemical Bank.

Jonathan followed his father to the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, but his journey was not as seamless. He struggled with reading difficulties and eventually left without graduating. Still, he refused to be defined by those challenges. Instead, he forged his own path — one that would lead him to head a multibillion-dollar investment empire.