Yechiel Leiter's appointment as ambassador ushers in a new era for Israel-US relations. By naming an individual of such high stature and regard in conservative political circles, Netanyahu signals to both Israel and the United States that he is ready to work actively with the new Trump administration on a range of complex issues. Leiter, an American-Israeli, is an ideal choice: highly intelligent, well-respected, and with a deep understanding of American politics and culture. As a longtime confidant of Prime Minister Netanyahu, Leiter has a nuanced understanding of both Israeli and American politics and society. With Leiter as Israel's ambassador, Israel and the United States stand poised to strengthen a bond rooted in shared values and vision with a leader who understands that the challenges we face require not just diplomacy but a deep and unwavering commitment to our mutual future.