First estimate was $1 BILLION.
POTUS said can't we do better than that? Don't we own some land in Jerusalem?
Person in Israel called back, said they had another piece of land that we already own--bigger lot, in a better location and a building is already on site. Cost to renovate under $200K
Had a friend who is always bragging about Jerusalem stone. Told our people in Israel, "Wrap it [the embassy] in Jerusalem stone!"
Total cost $500K
