Trump Withdraws Stefanik's UN Ambassador Nomination; She Remains in House
Rep. Elise Stefanik will stay in Congress after Trump withdrew her UN nomination, citing concerns over maintaining a GOP majority amid special elections.
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The president's decision also opens up a key diplomatic and foreign policy role in his administration as it continues to reshape U.S. policy toward both its allies, like Mexico and Canada, and rivals like China and Russia.
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Keeping with her reputation for being one of Trump’s staunchest defenders, the reasoning Stefanik provided publicly tracks with the public statement from Trump on Truth Social announcing the move earlier in the day, when he cited the “very tight majority” and not wanting to risk anyone else running in her seat, despite it being a solidly Republican district.
Stefanik says UN nomination withdrawal about being ‘team player’ and House margin
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Stefanik had been under pressure to take herself out of contention for the role despite appearing poised to sail through with bipartisan support, first reported.
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The congresswoman blamed New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and “highly politicized radical left” Democrats for forcing Trump’s hand.
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It’s also that she’s one of those rare legislators who is strong on personality, principles, and policy.
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Stefanik had been in a state of limbo for months, not able to engage in her official duties as a member of the 119th Congress or to participate in the action at the UN.
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Stefanik, a New York Republican, began her career in Congress as a moderate, but in recent years has become one of Trump's staunchest supporters.
'Proud to be a team player,' Stefanik says after Trump pulls UN nomination
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President Donald Trump has pulled the nomination of New York Rep Elise Stefanik to serve as the US ambassador to the United Nations.
Trump withdraws Elise Stefanik's nomination to be UN ambassador
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Trump withdraws Rep. Elise Stefanik's nomination for UN ambassador, citing tight GOP House margin
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The news comes after weeks of delays for Stefanik’s confirmation hearing amid ongoing chatter about Republican woes about their razor-thin majority in the House.
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The narrow majority has routinely created headaches for Johnson in bringing bills to the floor and poses a threat to congressional GOP plans to pass a sweeping package focused on tax cuts that could be Trump’s signature legislative achievement – if Republicans can stay unified to pass it without support from Democrats.
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But Stefanik later gave herself a far-right MAGA makeover, becoming stridently pro-Trump and much snarkier in her criticism of Democrats.
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Had Stefanik exited her upstate New York seat in Congress, House Republicans would have been forced to defend another historically Republican district against off-year election headwinds.
President Trump withdraws Elise Stefanik's nomination as UN ambassador
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Her nomination was advanced by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Jan. 30.
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Summary
President Trump has withdrawn Rep. Elise Stefanik’s UN ambassador nomination, prioritizing GOP unity in the House. Stefanik affirmed her commitment to address key issues and remain a vocal leader. She emphasized the need for Republican solidarity amidst concerns over upcoming special elections and the razor-thin House majority, stating, "It's tough to count these votes every day." House Speaker Mike Johnson has invited her to return to leadership roles, although current positions are full. Stefanik expressed determination to continue advocating for Trump's agenda while addressing domestic issues such as antisemitism.
Perspectives
Stefanikefanik's nomination as U.N. ambassador was pulled by President Trump amidst concerns that every Republican seat in the House is vital for maintaining the party’s slim majority.
Trump's decision to withdrawCongressk's nomination and keep her in Congress reflects the current political landscape where the slightest shift in seats could impact Republican legislative goals.
Stefanik expressed her commitment to the party, stating she is 'proud to be a team player' and will continue to fight for Republican priorities in the House.
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