U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee delivered a prayer from President Donald Trump to a major holy site in Jerusalem as Passover ends and Easter approaches.

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee lauded Israel during his first official visit to the country, while offering prayers for peace. Huckabee’s visit to Jerusalem coincided with Good Friday and

Mr. Huckabee’s nomination drew sharp criticism from Democratic lawmakers and some faith groups, who said his past statements on Palestinian identity were “highly incendiary.”