Mike Huckabee to Newsmax: Israeli Ambassadorship ‘Extraordinary Honor’

Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee told Newsmax on Tuesday that Americans are “trading Barney Fife for Wyatt Earp” when it comes to the difference between President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump on Israel.

Trump announced last month that Huckabee, whose daughter served as press secretary in the first Trump administration, will serve as ambassador to Israel.

In a statement, Trump said: “Mike has been a great public servant, Governor, and Leader in Faith for many years. He loves Israel, and the people of Israel, and likewise, the people of Israel love him. Mike will work tirelessly to bring about Peace in the Middle East!”

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