Published 18:15 IST, November 11th 2024

Trump Nominates Elise Stefanik as US Ambassador to the United Nations

She expressed optimism for the country’s future under Trump’s leadership, citing the recent election as a “reminder that brighter days are ahead".

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President-elect Donald Trump has anunced his intention to minate New York Rep. Elise Stefanik as next US Ambassor to United Nations. selection of Stefanik, a prominent pro-Israel lawmaker, aligns with Trump’s “America First” approach to foreign policy and his commitment to maintaining strong alliances with global partners.

“I am hored to minate Chairwoman Elise Stefanik to serve in my Cabinet as US Ambassor to United Nations. Elise is an incredibly strong, tough, and smart America First fighter,” Trump said in a statement to New York Post.

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Stefanik, who currently holds a high-ranking position among House Republicans, confirmed her acceptance of role. "I am truly hored to earn President Trump’s mination to serve in his Cabinet as US Ambassor to United Nations,” Stefanik stated, ding that her conversation with Trump left her “deeply humbled.”

She expressed optimism for country’s future under Trump’s leership, citing recent election as a “reminder that brighter days are ahe — both at home and abro.” Stefanik also emphasized that United States must expect strength from allies in ir pursuit of global peace, underscoring importance of collaborative efforts on world st.

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Stefanik came to spotlight after confronting president of universities 

Stefanik’s pro-Israel stance has been a key part of her political profile, and she has frequently vocated for measures to counter antisemitism in United States. Last year, her direct questioning led to resignation of presidents of Harvard University and University of Pennsylvania, after y hesitated to condemn campus calls for violence against Jewish students.

During a recent meeting of Knesset Caucus for Jewish and Pro-Israel Students on Campuses, Stefanik criticized Biden ministration’s decision to pause a shipment of military equipment to Israel. She warned that failing to fully support Israel’s defense capabilities could have consequences for United States, referring to dely attack on October 7 as a stark reminder of risks faced globally.

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Stefanik’s mination will w go to Senate, where her pro-Israel stance and foreign policy experience are likely to be key talking points in her confirmation process. With her background in Congress and strong vocacy for America’s allies, Stefanik’s role at UN may mark a shift in US approach to international relations under Trump’s incoming ministration.

18:15 IST, November 11th 2024