Well, if you ask ChatGPT:
There is no evidence that the government of Israel directly finances Ben Shapiro. His income primarily stems from his media ventures, most notably The Daily Wire, which he co-founded.
However, some connections have been drawn through corporate sponsorships and non-profit organizations:
- Corporate Sponsorship: The Daily Wire has been sponsored by ExpressVPN, which is owned by Kape Technologies, an Israeli company that is in turn owned by Israeli businessman Teddy Sagi. Kape’s CEO is a veteran of Israeli intelligence.
- Non-Profit Engagement: Ben Shapiro has participated in events and spoken for the Tikvah Fund, a New York-based non-profit organization that describes itself as “politically Zionist”. This organization focuses on educational initiatives and promotes conservative, pro-Israel viewpoints.
- Official Recognition: Shapiro is a strong supporter of Israel and the IDF. In recognition of his unwavering support, he was selected to light a torch at Israel’s official Independence Day ceremony in Jerusalem in 2025, an honor bestowed by an Israeli government minister.