The July 3, 2026 episode of Jerusalem Dateline marks America's 250th anniversary by examining the contributions of Jewish patriots to the nation's founding. Guests Gil Troy and Jim Garlow highlight the roles of Gershom Mendes Seixas, America's first native-born rabbi, and financier Haym Salomon.
The program emphasizes liberty and the Judeo-Christian values viewed as central to early American identity.