The July 3, 2026 episode of Jerusalem Dateline marks America's 250th anniversary by highlighting Jewish patriots and the role of Judeo-Christian values in the nation's founding. Guests Gil Troy and Jim Garlow examine the contributions of Gershom Mendes Seixas, America's first native-born rabbi, and financier Haym Salomon.
The program frames these historical figures within the broader context of liberty and shared religious heritage between America and the Jewish people.