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

Elise Stefanik has recently been at the center of a dramatic turn in American diplomacy after President elect Donald Trump tapped her to serve as the next United States ambassador to the United Nations, a role often referred to as the U S representative to the UN. According to a report described by AOL News, Trump has selected the New York Republican, a key ally and high profile supporter, to be his chief voice at the UN on issues ranging from security to migration to Israel and the Middle East.AOL reports that Stefanik was initially considered earlier in the administration but that her nomination was pulled when House Republicans argued their narrow majority could not afford to lose her seat. That earlier reversal, which reportedly fueled tension between Stefanik and House Speaker Mike Johnson, now appears to have been set aside as Trump moves to assemble his foreign policy team for his new term. In this latest round, the White House is signaling it is willing to risk a special election in her upstate New York district in order to install a fiercely loyal figure at the UN.Stefanik’s rise to this post comes after years of positioning herself as one of the most vocal defenders of Trump and a sharp critic of international institutions she views as biased against the United States and its allies. In recent months she has echoed Trump’s skepticism of what he calls globalist agendas, and her new assignment suggests the administration intends to carry that combative posture straight into the UN Security Council chamber.Her selection also unfolds against a broader reset of U S engagement with global bodies. Outlets such as Dawn have detailed how Trump is moving to withdraw the United States from dozens of international organizations, including climate agreements and United Nations affiliated agencies, arguing they undermine American sovereignty and economic interests. Installing Stefanik as ambassador while simultaneously shrinking U S participation in key multilateral forums is likely to create a striking contrast, with a more confrontational voice at the UN paired with a leaner American footprint across the wider United Nations system.For listeners, the big question is how Stefanik will balance Trump’s America First agenda with the practical need to negotiate with allies and rivals on the UN stage. Her record in Congress suggests she will vigorously defend Israel, press for tougher lines on China and Iran, and challenge UN bodies she and Trump see as hostile to U S priorities. That could set up contentious debates over human rights, climate resolutions, and refugee policy in the weeks ahead as her confirmation process begins and diplomats brace for a very different style of American representation.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/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Listeners, New York Representative Elise Stefanik has emerged again in national headlines as speculation continues over her next move on the world stage. Several outlets report that President Donald Trump had previously considered Stefanik for the role of United States ambassador to the United Nations, a position that would have placed her at the center of American diplomacy in New York, but ultimately pulled back that potential nomination. According to The Nation, Trump withdrew her prospective United Nations appointment earlier in the year, a decision that reportedly contributed to growing tension between the two Republicans.A separate report from The Nation explains that Stefanik, long viewed as one of Trumps most loyal allies in Congress, has now opted to leave public office rather than continue in her current role. The article notes that she had hoped for Trumps backing to run for governor of New York, support that never fully materialized. That political setback, combined with the reversal on the United Nations post, is described as a key factor in her decision to step away from elected office.Coverage in The Nation portrays Stefanik as part of a broader shift among prominent conservative women in Trumps orbit. The piece groups her with other high profile figures who are beginning to distance themselves from the administration or exit government altogether, suggesting a quiet but significant reordering of loyalties. In that narrative, the lost chance to become the United States representative to the United Nations symbolizes not only a missed personal opportunity for Stefanik, but also an example of how volatile and transactional senior appointments have become in Washington.While the United Nations ambassadorship remains vacant for now, commentators are closely watching whether Stefanik will resurface in a future diplomatic or political role, possibly in another administration or in private sector policy work. Her track record as a sharp partisan communicator and her early grooming for an international post suggest she could still play a role in shaping debates on American foreign policy, multilateral institutions, and United Nations reform, even from outside government.Thank you for tuning in and remember to subscribe so you do not miss future updates. 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/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

ise Stefanik, once considered for United States Representative to the United Nations, has made headlines in recent days for sharp clashes within her own Republican party. According to The Hill, Stefanik accused House Speaker Mike Johnson of torpedoing the Republican agenda by blocking her provision in the must-pass National Defense Authorization Act. This measure would require congressional notification for counterintelligence investigations into federal candidates, aimed at preventing what she calls deep state weaponization against elections. Stefanik declared on social media that she would vote no on the bill unless the provision returns, stating it is the only one to root out deep state rot. Johnson denied involvement, saying the provision needs agreement from House and Senate committee leaders and that he supports it, but Stefanik fired back calling his response lies and siding with Democrat Jamie Raskin.Tensions lingered as Johnson met with Stefanik on Wednesday, per AOL reports, amid ongoing friction from her earlier withdrawn United Nations ambassador nomination by President Trump in March 2025. Stefanik, who gave up key House roles for that bid, now chairs House Republican Leadership and serves on the Intelligence Committee.She also voiced strong support for the Trump administrations recent capture of Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro. CBS6 Albany reports Stefanik posted backing the mission, described by Republicans like Speaker Johnson as a justified law enforcement operation to demand regime behavior change, not a full regime shift. This contrasts with Democrats like Chuck Schumer, who raised more questions.These developments highlight Stefanik's aggressive push on intelligence reforms and foreign policy alignment, even as her career navigates party infighting after opting out of New York governor and House races.Thank you for tuning in, listeners. Please subscribe for more updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

President-elect Donald Trump announced Elise Stefanik as his nominee for United States permanent representative to the United Nations. According to The Statesman, Trump selected the fierce critic of the world organization on Monday, highlighting her strong stance against what he views as the United Nations biases.This nomination comes amid heightened global tensions, particularly over recent United States military actions in Venezuela. Politifact reports that on January third, President Trump held a press conference at Mar-a-Lago following the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, on charges related to cocaine trafficking. Trump stated the United States would run Venezuela until a safe transition, with Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodriguez sworn in as interim president after talks with Secretary of State Marco Rubio.Dawn reports the United Nations Security Council plans to meet on Monday to address alarm over the United States action in Venezuela. United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres warned the crisis could undermine international law by setting a dangerous precedent.Stefanik, a United States Representative from New York, has not yet commented publicly on the Venezuela situation in her prospective role. Her nomination requires Senate confirmation, where her vocal criticism of United Nations handling of Israel and antisemitism issues may play a key part. Forward notes past recognition of Stefanik for her anti-Defamation League efforts against campus antisemitism.Listeners, as Stefanik prepares to represent United States interests at the United Nations, her approach could shape responses to crises like Venezuela. Thank you for tuning in, and please subscribe for more updates. 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/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Elise Stefanik, United States Representative from New York and a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee and the House Intelligence Committee, issued a statement on January 3, 2026, regarding the Trump administrations military operation in Venezuela. According to her official statement on X, formerly Twitter, she expressed gratitude for the brave troops, intelligence officers, and law enforcement who ensured a successful operation leading to the arrest and indictment of Nicolas Maduro. Kyma news reports that Stefanik highlighted her service on the Homeland Security Committee and her support for strong borders against narco terrorists and cartels trafficking deadly drugs and humans into America.The operation involved United States strikes that captured Maduro, the Venezuelan leader indicted twice in United States courts for drug trafficking, and his wife. President Donald Trump announced the United States would run Venezuela until a proper transition, sparking widespread reactions. Venezuelans celebrated worldwide, with Councilwoman Nicole Reinoso of Doral, Florida, telling Kyma news that everyone waited for democracy and change.However, Stefanik also voiced concerns in separate comments reported by CNY Central. She said Nicolas Maduro was a thuggish dictator who abused his power and refused elections, but stressed that the Constitution and international law require justification. She demanded the administration explain the regime change without Congressional authorization and outline plans to avoid chaos in the region threatening American security and service members.Politifact notes the administrations failure to notify Congress beforehand, bucking precedents under the War Powers Resolution. United Nations Secretary General warned, per Dawn news, that the crisis could undermine international law by setting a dangerous precedent, with the United Nations Security Council set to meet.Stefaniks balanced response underscores her committees roles in oversight amid partisan divides, as Democrats like Senator Tim Kaine called the action unauthorized while some Republicans praised it.Thank you listeners 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/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI