U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson visited Jerusalem’s Western Wall on Tisha B’Av and prayed that America “always stand with Israel and for the preservation and peace of Jerusalem.” The visit underscores Johnson’s evangelical support for Jewish sovereignty and Jerusalem as Israel’s undivided capital.
Johnson traveled to Israel leading a delegation of House members during their August recess. He described placing prayer notes into the stones at the Wailing Wall as a deeply moving moment. He expressed gratitude for being there on the solemn day commemorating the destruction of the Jewish Temples.
At the Wall, Johnson declared: “Our prayer is that America will always stand with Israel and that we pray for the preservation and peace of Jerusalem. That’s what Scripture tells us to do. It’s a matter of faith for us, and a commitment that we have.” Later, he signed the guest book with the message: “May God continue to bless and protect the people of Israel and its greatest friend and ally, the USA.”
Johnson’s visit comes amid congressional action and public statements affirming long-term U.S. support for Israel. He previously announced plans to address the Israeli Knesset in June and reiterated shared Judeo‑Christian values tying the two nations.
His remarks follow sustained political momentum in Congress including the House’s approval of substantial aid packages to Israel and resolutions opposing calls for immediate cease-fire amid ongoing conflict with Hamas. Israeli officials, including Defense Minister Israel Katz, thanked Johnson’s delegation for principled backing in the fight against terror.
The Speaker’s comments reflect a firm moral alliance between U.S. conservatives and Israel grounded in national interest and biblical conviction. His prayer at the Western Wall reinforced long-standing support within evangelical Christian circles to defend Israel’s sovereignty and Jerusalem’s central role to Judaism.
