Trump picks Mike Huckabee as next US ambassador to Israel

Former Arkansas governor and Republican presidential candidate Mike Huckabee has been selected by President Donald Trump to serve as the next US ambassador to Israel.

Huckabee, a close ally of Trump's, is a conservative Christian who has been a vocal supporter of Israel throughout his career.

Huckabee's nomination is likely to be well-received by the Israeli government, which has close ties to the Trump administration.

The US-Israel relationship has been strained in recent years, but Trump has taken steps to improve ties between the two countries.

Huckabee's appointment is seen as a sign that Trump is committed to strengthening the US-Israel relationship.

Huckabee is a controversial figure, but he is also a close ally of Trump's.

His nomination is likely to be well-received by the Israeli government, but it is unclear how it will be received by the US Senate.

The US Senate must confirm Huckabee's nomination before he can take office.

It is unclear whether Huckabee will be able to win the support of enough senators to be confirmed.

If Huckabee is confirmed, he will be the first US ambassador to Israel who is not a career diplomat.

Huckabee's lack of diplomatic experience could be a challenge, but he is also a skilled politician who is close to Trump.

It remains to be seen whether Huckabee will be able to succeed in his new role as US ambassador to Israel.