GOVERNMENT

Nikki Haley

Ambassador

Former US Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley launched her campaign to win the Republican presidential nomination for the 2024 election, entering a crowded field of candidates dominated by former President Donald Trump. A stalwart supporter of Israel who played a key role in the 2018 decision to move the US Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, the Jewish state's capital, Haley has emphasized her continued backing of Israel during her campaign. Israel is on "the front line of defense when it comes to taking on Islamic terrorism," Haley declared at a Republican primary debate in August. "They're the front line of defense when it comes to taking on Iran. They've been an amazing partner with us. And as president, I will absolutely have the back of Israel so that they can have the back of America." (Photo: Wikimedia / Creative Commons License)