Trump Pulls Elise Stefanik’s Nomination to Serve as UN Ambassador

The decision comes as House Republicans continue to struggle with a narrow majority.

Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump listens as Rep. Elise Stefanik

Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump listens as Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., speaks at a campaign event in Concord, N.H., Friday, Jan. 19, 2024. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke) Matt Rourke/AP

After months of House Republicans struggling to find a majority for their legislative priorities, President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he has pulled Rep. Elise Stefanik’s nomination to serve as U.S. ambassador to the United Nations.

“As we advance our America First Agenda, it is essential that we maintain EVERY Republican Seat in Congress,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. “We must be unified to accomplish our Mission, and Elise Stefanik has been a vital part of our efforts from the very beginning.”

“I have asked Elise, as one of my biggest Allies, to remain in Congress to help me deliver Historic Tax Cuts, GREAT Jobs, Record Economic Growth, a Secure Border, Energy Dominance, Peace Through Strength, and much more, so we can MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN,” he wrote.