24. Christopher Ruddy

Christopher Ruddy is the founder and CEO of Newsmax, the company behind the cable news channel Newsmax TV. In August 2025, he led a delegation to Israel, meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Isaac Herzog. At a celebration in Jerusalem, he expressed strong solidarity, stating, “On that day, we all became Israelis.” Ruddy’s leadership extends beyond the media, encompassing advocacy for Israel’s right to self-defense and efforts to combat misinformation. In March 2024, he was honored with the “Zionist Hero” award by the Zionist Organization of America for his contributions to strengthening U.S.–Israel relations.