101 - The U.S. Representative to the United Nations

• Elise Stefanik Shifts Focus from UN Ambassadorship to Potential NY Gubernatorial Run in 2026

  Elise Stefanik, who had previously been announced as President Trump’s pick for U.S. Representative to the United Nations, has been back in the national news cycle in recent days, but not for any international diplomacy. According to the Washington Examiner, Trump actually withdrew Stefanik’s nomination in March after concerns arose about the razor-thin Republican majority in the House. The White House opted not to risk losing her crucial vote in Congress, which means she never took office as the official U.S. Representative to the United Nations. Instead, Trump nominated Mike Waltz for the position, whose confirmation is under intense Senate debate this week, especially as the United Nations General Assembly gets underway in New York City.While Stefanik is not the current ambassador, she remains deeply involved in high-stakes political maneuvers. Most notably, she signaled on Fox News Monday that she intends to run for governor of New York in 2026. As reported by the Daily Caller and Conservative Review, Stefanik’s announcement marks a major development in New York politics, where she is poised to be a top contender against the current Democratic establishment.Stefanik continues to play a central role in congressional activities and public messaging. House Speaker Mike Johnson highlighted Stefanik at the recent New York Republican State Committee’s annual gala, affirming her importance to the party’s efforts to maintain and expand its slim House majority. Johnson praised Stefanik’s strategic acumen and predicted that every Republican incumbent from New York will return after the next election, with the possibility of gaining additional seats.In recent legislative action, Stefanik has been active on domestic policy as well, sponsoring the Stamp Out Invasive Species Act in April. The bill aims to address environmental concerns within New York and across the nation, indicating her continued engagement with pressing national issues aside from her brief limelight as a potential U.N. representative.Listeners interested in whether Stefanik will return to the international stage should note that as of the latest headlines, she remains focused on her congressional seat and future gubernatorial campaign rather than any ambassadorial role. Her influence within the GOP’s national strategy and New York’s political future remains significant, and upcoming events will reveal more about her next moves.Thank you for tuning in, and be sure to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot aiFor more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

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• Elise Stefanik's Withdrawn UN Nomination and Expanded Congressional Role

  Amid significant developments on the world stage, listeners may recall that Representative Elise Stefanik was previously floated as a potential nominee to serve as the United States Representative to the United Nations. However, recent news from the Washington Examiner reveals that her nomination was withdrawn back in March. The reason cited was concern for the razor-thin Republican majority in the House of Representatives. The move to withdraw Stefanik came as the White House and Republican leaders looked to avoid risking the stability of their majority given the complex legislative battles ahead. Political observers noted that keeping Stefanik in Congress was deemed critical at this time according to the Washington Examiner.Following the withdrawal of her nomination, the administration nominated Congressman Mike Waltz to the role of ambassador to the United Nations. Waltz’s confirmation process has faced its own delays amid partisan disputes over Senate committee voting rules. As detailed by the Washington Examiner and Conservative News Daily, the final decision on Waltz is still pending this week as both party leaders scramble to break the confirmation logjam ahead of the United Nations General Assembly meetings coming up in New York City.While Stefanik is not currently serving as the U.S. ambassador to the U.N., she has been highly active in Congress. According to a recent press release from her congressional office, Stefanik was just selected as chair of a bipartisan review committee examining the 9/11 Commission Report, marking an influential new assignment for her in national security matters this September. She has also taken the national spotlight in other areas, as Fox News and the Daily Caller report that Stefanik signaled her intent to run for New York governor in 2026. This has added further intrigue to her political trajectory, as her influence continues to grow both regionally and nationally.There have been no major decisions or statements from Stefanik in the capacity of U.S. Representative to the United Nations, as that position is currently in limbo awaiting the Senate’s action on Mike Waltz’s nomination. For now, Elise Stefanik remains a powerful voice in the U.S. House of Representatives and continues to play a significant role in national Republican politics.Thank you for tuning in and remember to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

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• Congresswoman Elise Stefanik's Prominent Role in Shaping National Debates on Crime, Security, and Political Discourse

  Over the past week, listeners have seen a surge in headlines involving Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, who currently represents New York’s 21st District and is a high-profile leader within House Republican ranks. Although there is no evidence that Stefanik has been appointed as the United States Representative to the United Nations, she remains heavily engaged in breaking legislative news and national debates, often intersecting with international issues.Most recently, Stefanik introduced significant legislation focused on public safety. According to The Daily Signal, she is aggressively promoting the Keep Violent Criminals Off Our Streets Act. This bill seeks to withhold certain federal funding from states and localities that implement cashless bail policies or lack pretrial detention for violent offenders. The legislation is seen as a direct response to recent tragic events, such as the fatal stabbing of Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian refugee, and is being framed as a crackdown on what Stefanik describes as dangerous bail reforms in states like New York. Senator Marsha Blackburn is sponsoring a matched version of the bill in the Senate. Stefanik’s public statements claim that current cashless bail policies threaten public safety nationwide, and she has been vocal in criticizing New York's Democratic leadership for these reforms.In addition to domestic legislative efforts, Stefanik’s comments have also been sought in response to controversial incidents drawing national security attention. According to the New York Post, after anti-Israel activist Mahmoud Khalil made headlines with statements perceived as justifying recent violence, Stefanik called for his immediate deportation. She described naturalized citizenship as a privilege and asserted that Khalil’s continued presence in the United States was unwarranted in light of his remarks about terrorism and national security.National mourning has also brought Stefanik’s voice into the spotlight. Following the tragic assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, CBS 6 Albany reports that Stefanik released a heartfelt statement, describing Kirk as a vibrant, iconic conservative and acknowledging the deep distress felt across the country. She has used the moment to call for a renewed commitment to civility and safety in public discourse.Through these actions, Stefanik remains a prominent voice in Congress, shaping debates on criminal justice, national security, and the culture of American politics. She remains a key ally to President Donald Trump, frequently collaborating on policy initiatives especially those emphasizing law and order.Thank you for tuning in and make sure to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

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• Elise Stefanik's Impactful Actions: Driving National Attention

  House Republican Leadership Chairwoman Elise Stefanik has made headlines this week with a series of high-profile actions and statements on the national and international stage. According to The Center Square, Stefanik is pressing the Department of Justice for an investigation into United Kingdom based Standard Chartered Bank over allegations of facilitating illicit payments in violation of U.S. anti terrorist sanctions. She specifically urged Attorney General Pam Bondi to appoint a special prosecutor to address whistleblower claims involving billions in unlawful transactions potentially reaching terrorist organizations. Standard Chartered has denied these allegations and maintains that similar claims have been dismissed by U.S. courts in the past.On the domestic front, Stefanik made national news by introducing the Keep Violent Criminals Off Our Streets Act, a bill aimed at ending cashless bail policies across the United States. Citing a recent tragic stabbing involving a Ukrainian refugee in North Carolina, she argued that “cashless bail policies in New York pose a clear and present danger to the Nation and must be terminated.” Stefanik’s bill, co-sponsored with Senator Marsha Blackburn, seeks to cut federal funding to states and localities that do not maintain pretrial detention for violent offenders. According to The Daily Signal, this bill directly aligns with moves by the Trump administration to toughen pretrial detention policies nationwide.In the wake of the tragic assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, Stefanik issued a statement expressing her outrage and sorrow. She referred to Kirk as a “vibrant, iconic, conservative titan” and highlighted the nationwide grief and anger following his death. Her remarks echoed a broader call among political leaders to denounce violence and reaffirm commitment to free speech and unity, as reported by CBS 6 Albany and other regional outlets.Stefanik also joined other political figures in demanding the deportation of Mahmoud Khalil, an activist whose controversial public statements have drawn criticism after he quoted an alleged Hamas member during a major protest in New York City. According to The New York Post, Stefanik asserted that “naturalized citizenship is an earned privilege” and urged the government to take every lawful step necessary to remove Khalil from the country.Thank you for tuning in and remember to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot aiFor more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

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• Elise Stefanik's Political Maneuverings: From UN Ambassador Nomination to Potential Gubernatorial Run

  Recent days have brought significant news involving Elise Stefanik and her relationship to the United Nations ambassador post. President Trump had initially nominated Stefanik to be the United States Permanent Representative to the United Nations earlier this year. However, in March, he withdrew her nomination so that she could remain in Congress, where she is seen as a key Republican leader and maintains influence as chairwoman of the House Republican Conference. The New York Times and multiple local sources confirm that the decision came as Republican control of the House was seen as vulnerable if Stefanik vacated her seat.Following the withdrawal, former national security adviser Mike Waltz was chosen as the replacement nominee. Waltz’s confirmation hearing recently took place before the Senate, where his previous involvement in a security mishap was a major topic. The Senate was expected to confirm him, though Democratic opposition was noted. This development has kept Stefanik in Congress, where she continues to advocate for policies backed by her party and has been mentioned as a possible gubernatorial candidate for New York according to reporting from City and State New York.In the days since these announcements, Stefanik has remained prominent in national and local headlines. FingerLakes1 dot com reports that she unveiled two bills this week alongside Senator Marsha Blackburn that would end cashless bail policies at both the federal and local levels. These proposals directly respond to criticism of bail reform laws in places such as New York and Washington, D.C. Stefanik stated that cashless bail policies present a “clear and present danger,” citing specific cases in which repeat offenders committed further crimes after being released pretrial.Elise Stefanik continues to hold events in her district. At a recent public gathering in Plattsburgh, New York, AOL dot com reports that she faced vocal protests from opponents, causing her to cut short her planned remarks. She later spoke privately with the family being honored at the event and shared her prepared remarks with them.The question of who will fill her congressional seat remains of interest in her home district, where speculation about her possible run for governor persists.Thank you for tuning in and be sure to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

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