Trump’s Israel Ambassador Pick Mike Huckabee Is a Longtime Ally of Settlers
Trump’s Ambassador Pick Is a Longtime Ally of Israeli Settlers
President Trump has nominated former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee as the next U.S. ambassador to Israel. Huckabee is a longtime supporter of Israel and has close ties to the Israeli settler movement. He has called for the United States to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and has opposed the creation of a Palestinian state.
Huckabee’s Views on Israel and the Settlers
Huckabee has been a vocal supporter of Israel throughout his career. He has visited Israel on numerous occasions and has met with Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. In a speech to the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) in 2018, Huckabee said that the United States should "stand with Israel, no matter what." He also said that the United States should recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and move its embassy there.
Huckabee is also a strong supporter of the Israeli settler movement. He has said that the settlers are "the front lines of defense for the State of Israel" and that they should be allowed to build settlements in the West Bank. He has also opposed the creation of a Palestinian state, saying that it would be a "threat to Israel's security."
The Implications of Huckabee’s Nomination
Huckabee’s nomination as U.S. ambassador to Israel has been met with mixed reactions. Some observers have praised Huckabee’s strong support for Israel, while others have expressed concern about his views on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. It remains to be seen how Huckabee’s nomination will affect U.S.-Israel relations.
If Huckabee is confirmed as ambassador, he will be the first U.S. ambassador to Israel who is a supporter of the Israeli settler movement. This could have a significant impact on U.S.-Israel relations, as the United States has traditionally opposed the expansion of Israeli settlements in the West Bank.
Huckabee’s Record on Other Issues
In addition to his views on Israel, Huckabee has also expressed controversial views on other issues. He has said that he believes the Earth is only 6,000 years old and that evolution is a "myth." He has also said that he believes homosexuality is a sin.
Huckabee’s views on these issues have led some to question his fitness to serve as U.S. ambassador to Israel. However, Huckabee has said that he will not let his personal beliefs interfere with his duties as ambassador.
