Trump Nominates John Ratcliffe and Mike Huckabee

Ratcliffe for CIA director and Huckabee for Ambassador to Israel

John Ratcliffe to head the CIA

John Ratcliffe was nominated by President Donald Trump for Director of National Intelligence. Ratcliffe is a Republican who represents Texas’s 4th congressional district. He is a former federal prosecutor and was elected to Congress in 2014. Ratcliffe serves on the House Intelligence Committee and has been a vocal supporter of Trump.

Ratcliffe’s nomination was met with some criticism from Democrats. They cited his lack of experience in intelligence. However, he has the support of many Republicans. If he is confirmed by the Senate, Ratcliffe will oversee the CIA and 16 other intelligence agencies.

Mike Huckabee to serve as Ambassador to Israel

Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee will be nominated by Trump for Ambassador to Israel, a diplomatic post he has long desired. Huckabee is a Republican who served as governor from 1996 to 2007. He is a Baptist minister and a conservative commentator. Huckabee ran for President in 2008 and 2016.

Huckabee’s nomination was praised by many Republicans. They cited his strong support for Israel. However, some Democrats have criticized the nomination. They argue that Huckabee is not a qualified diplomat. If he is confirmed by the Senate, Huckabee will be the U.S. ambassador to Israel.