Withdrawal of Stefanik UN nod puts spotlight on slim House margin
- President Donald Trump withdrew Rep. Elise Stefanik's nomination for U.N. Ambassador, reportedly blindsiding Congress, according to a senior House GOP aide.
- Stefanik emphasized the need for Republicans to maintain their shrinking majority, citing corruption in New York State, as reported during a Fox News appearance.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson defended Trump's decision, stating it helps keep one of the tough members in Congress to support Trump’s agenda.
- Trump emphasized the importance of maintaining every Republican seat to advance the America First agenda.
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GOP House Leadership Still Pondering Next Role for Returning Stefanik
At a Tuesday morning press conference, Republican leadership in the House indicated they’re still not sure what role Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., will play after the withdrawal of her nomination to be ambassador to the United Nations and her return to Congress. The rising star gave up much of the influence she gained over the course of a decade in Congress in order to pursue the U.N. ambassadorship. Now, Republicans are pondering how she can hel…
Trump: 'Maybe 30' People Interested in UN Post
Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, President Donald Trump, days after the White House pulled the nomination of Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., due to the razor-thin majority that Republicans have in the House, spoke about the many excellent individuals interested in serving as ambassador for the U. S. in the United Nations.
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