The two met in 1996 when Abedin was an intern for Clinton when she was still First Lady.
She was eventually named Clinton’s chief of staff before her 2016 presidential campaign (viaDaily Mail).
The women have been steadfast in their support for one both personally and professionally.

“She was distraught.
Hillary and I sat with her in our cabin on the plane as Huma sobbed.
‘He is going to kill me’ was all Huma could manage to say in between sobs …

This journey has led me through exhilarating milestones and devastating setbacks.
I have walked both with great pride and in overwhelming shame.