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Trump Nominates Mike Huckabee as U.S. Ambassador to Israel

President-elect Donald Trump has announced the nomination of former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee as ambassador to Israel amid rising tensions in the Middle East.

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Updated: Nov 12th, 2024, 6:59 PM ET

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In a significant diplomatic move, President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Mike Huckabee as U.S. ambassador to Israel. Huckabee, a longtime supporter of Israel, aims to strengthen U.S.-Israel relations amidst ongoing military conflicts involving Hamas and Hezbollah. His nomination, which requires Senate confirmation, reflects Trump's promise to align U.S. foreign policy more closely with Israeli interests during his second term. Huckabee's views on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and his previous opposition to negotiating ceasefires highlight the challenges he may face in his new role.

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