U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has made significant appointments to his upcoming administration, choosing Florida's Republican Congressman Mike Waltz as the National Security Advisor and former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee as the U.S. Ambassador to Israel.
In a statement, Trump expressed his honor in appointing Congressman Mike Waltz (R-FL) to his cabinet, praising his extensive experience in national security. Waltz, a native Floridian with a distinguished 27-year career in the U.S. Army and the National Guard, including service with the elite Green Berets, brings a wealth of expertise from multiple combat missions in Afghanistan, the Middle East, and Africa.
Beyond his military service, Waltz has served as a defense strategist in Washington, working closely with former Republican Secretaries of Defense Donald Rumsfeld and Robert Gates. His role extended to the White House when he was selected by former Vice President Dick Cheney as the counterterrorism advisor.
Elected to the House in 2019, Waltz represents Florida's 6th congressional district, taking over the seat from Ron DeSantis following his election as governor. As National Security Advisor, Waltz's position does not require Senate approval, allowing him to swiftly begin shaping Trump's national security policies.
Meanwhile, Mike Huckabee, the 44th Governor of Arkansas and former chair of the National Governors Association, has been appointed as the U.S. Ambassador to Israel. At 69, Huckabee is known for his strong ties and unwavering support for Israel. Trump highlighted Huckabee's dedication, stating, \"Mike will work tirelessly to bring about peace in the Middle East!\"
Huckabee, a Republican presidential candidate in the 2008 election, brings valuable political experience and a passion for fostering strong U.S.-Israel relations to his new role.
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