While the opening of the American Embassy in Jerusalem has triggered violence and political debate this week, it also stands as a sharp reminder of the close ties between the Trump administration and evangelical Christians — and of the victories that Mr. Trump has delivered for his evangelical base.
As Mr. Trump continues to face scandals, especially over payments to a pornographic film actress, his evangelical supporters are working to emphasize his achievements. Leaders of the Christian conservative movement are planning their largest midterm election mobilization ever, and warning the president’s base that they cannot afford to be complacent in November, as opposition to Mr. Trump surges on the left.
The opening of the embassy in Jerusalem gives the movement another accomplishment with which to energize their base.
“Because of this decision and exiting the flawed Iran nuclear deal, Trump will be rewarded with continued strong support from evangelicals in 2018 and 2020,” Mr. Reed said.