Shari,

Today was a magnificent and historic day for Israel, and I was thrilled to have a front row seat to witness it unfold.

It was an honor for me to represent the Republican Jewish Coalition in Jerusalem over the last 48 hours and to spend time with good friends, including members of President Donald Trump's Cabinet, US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, former US Ambassador to Israel David Friedman, Dr. Miriam Adelson, Ben Shapiro, and many others.

The Knesset chamber was electric as President Trump joined Israeli President Isaac Herzog, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Knessset Speaker Amir Ohana on the dais.

As President Trump eloquently stated today, "Generations from now, this will be remembered as the moment that everything began to change... Like the USA right now, it will be the GOLDEN AGE of Israel and the Golden Age of the Middle East."

I want to share with you some of the significant moments from my visit.

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US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee played an important role in the events that led up to this day.

I was delighted to be with Amb. David Friedman and with Ben Shapiro on this historic day.

The heartfelt remarks by Israeli leaders and President Trump at the Knesset were so meaningful to everyone in the chamber, throughout Israel, and around the world. It was a privilege to be there.

As we move into the last days of the Jewish holidays, on the anniversary of the terrible attack that began the war, we are witnessing tremendous changes in the region that we pray will result in a real, enduring peace for Israel.

Chag sameach!

Matt Brooks
CEO, RJC