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flag U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee drew criticism in March 2026 for a joking memo suggesting staff name children after him during Iran-related airstrikes.

flag U.S. flag Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee faced backlash in March 2026 for a joking memo sent to embassy staff during Iran-related airstrikes, suggesting staff consider naming a child born during shelter-in-place periods after him. flag The message, deemed inappropriate by a U.S. official, emerged amid heightened tensions following Iran’s attacks on U.S. sites, which killed at least six service members. flag The embassy initially stated it could not assist Americans in Israel, prompting criticism, though the White House later arranged a private evacuation flight. flag Huckabee, a former Arkansas governor and devout Christian nationalist, has long advocated for Israel, aligning with Trump’s administration on pro-Israel policies. flag The State Department and Huckabee did not respond to requests for comment.

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