US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee argued that conservative support for Israel is compatible with the “America First” approach, while warning that scepticism on the political right is being driven by what he called “biblical ignorance”. His comments frame support for Israel as both a religious and strategic issue, highlighting a continuing debate within conservative politics over US foreign policy and alliances.

In the Fox News segment, Huckabee said that putting America first does not mean abandoning allies, particularly Israel. The supplied article text does not provide further details of his argument, specific policy proposals or evidence for his claim about biblical knowledge.