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Mike 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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