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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President Trump has withdrawn Rep.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.

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