US EditionMike Huckabee Appears Before Congress for Israel Ambassador Confirmation
- On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, Mike Huckabee, President Trump's nominee for U.S. Ambassador to Israel, attended a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing for his confirmation, facing questions about his views on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
- Huckabee's nomination and the hearing occurred against a backdrop of ongoing tensions, including the October 7 Hamas massacre and hostage crisis, as well as debates over Israeli settlements and potential annexation of the West Bank.
- During the hearing, Huckabee, a staunch Christian Zionist and former Arkansas governor, emphasized his personal connection to Israel, his commitment to Trump's policies, and his belief in the strong spiritual and democratic ties between the U.S. And Israel, while downplaying past comments regarding Palestinians and annexation.
- Huckabee stated, "If confirmed it will be my duty to carry out the president's policies, not mine," and when questioned about Palestinian freedom, he responded, "If you mean would they be able to live freely they already do," while also expressing that "The Jewish people need to know they have friends."
- Despite GOP support, Huckabee's nomination faced opposition from progressive protesters, liberal Jewish groups, and Democrats concerned about his Christian Zionist views, past statements, and potential impact on American foreign policy, though his confirmation is still expected given the Republican-controlled Senate.
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Mike Huckabee Says Hamas Should Have ‘No Future in Gaza’ During Confirmation Hearing for Israel Ambassador
Mike Huckabee looks on as Donald Trump reacts during a campaign event at the Drexelbrook Catering and Event Center, in Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania, US, Oct. 29, 2024. Photo: REUTERS/Brendan McDermid Mike Huckabee vowed to help ensure the complete eradication of Hamas in Gaza during his Senate confirmation hearing on Tuesday to become the next US ambassador to Israel, lambasting the Palestinian terrorist group for carrying out its Oct. 7, 2023, inv…
Mike Huckabee Appears Before Congress for Israel Ambassador Confirmation
WASHINGTON – Mike Huckabee testified before Congress in his confirmation hearing to become the U.S. Ambassador to Israel, emphasizing his deep personal and religious connection to the country. Expressing gratitude to God, Huckabee compared his appointment to Israel’s survival, both of which he credited to divine intervention. He recalled his first visit to Israel 52 […]
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