U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik
Recent News About U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik
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Stefanik Speaks Out on Antisemitism in Universities and Biden's Judicial Actions
House Republican Conference Chairwoman Elise Stefanik recently appeared on Fox News' Sunday Morning Futures with Maria Bartiromo to address pressing issues concerning the rise of antisemitism in American universities and Joe Biden's judicial actions against former President Donald Trump.Stefanik expressed her concerns about the failure of university presidents to protect Jewish students and condemn antisemitism, stating, "Our law enforcement have done the right thing bringing security back to these college campuses. But our university presidents... have failed to protect...
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Stefanik Speaks Out on House Republicans' Probe Into Antisemitism on College Campuses
House Republican Conference Chairwoman Elise Stefanik recently appeared on Fox News with Kayleigh McEnany to address the ongoing House-wide investigation into antisemitism on college campuses. Stefanik emphasized the importance of ensuring the safety of Jewish students and holding universities accountable for their actions.Stefanik highlighted the significance of the probe, stating, “It’s not just oversight of U.S. taxpayer dollars to these institutions. It’s student visas for foreign students who are harassing Jewish students, who are attacking Jewish students on campus....
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House Republican Chairwoman Elise Stefanik Condemns Antisemitism and Chaos on College Campuses
Washington, D.C.- In case you missed it, House Republican Conference Chairwoman Elise Stefanik published an op-ed in Fox News highlighting the necessary next steps to hold America’s universities and Joe Biden accountable for enabling antisemitism on campus.Rep. Elise Stefanik expressed her concern, stating, "Americans are watching in disgust as chaos spreads at college campuses across our country. Jewish students and faculty fear for their safety as antisemitism goes unchecked, and the rule of law is abandoned by morally bankrupt university leaders taking their lead from...
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Stefanik, Turner Demand DOJ Investigate Cohen For Making False Statements To Congress
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik and House Intelligence Committee Chairman Mike Turner are demanding the Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate Michael D. Cohen for allegedly making false statements to Congress. The lawmakers expressed their concerns in a letter co-led by Stefanik and Turner, urging Attorney General Merrick Garland to take action.Stefanik criticized the Biden Administration, accusing them of obstructing the investigation, stating, “The Biden Administration’s attempts to stonewall this investigation is yet another example of Biden’s...
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Stefanik Cosponsors Resolution to Overturn EPA’s Tailpipe Emission Rule
Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has joined forces with Congressman John James (R-MI) to cosponsor a resolution aimed at overturning the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) tailpipe emission rule titled “Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Years 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles.” The resolution falls under the Congressional Review Act (CRA) and challenges the Biden Administration's decision to phase out gas-powered vehicles. Stefanik expressed her strong opposition to the rule, stating, “The Biden Administration’s attempt to push their failed Far...
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Stefanik Urges Trustees of Columbia University to Remove President Shafik
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has called on the Trustees of Columbia University to take immediate action to remove President Minouche Shafik from her position following a recent incident where a mob overtook a university building. In a letter addressed to Trustees Co-Chairs David Greenwald and Claire Shipman, Stefanik expressed her concerns and urged for the safety of students, faculty, and staff to be secured.Stefanik highlighted the seriousness of the situation by stating, “After midnight on April 30, 2024, the preventable chaos that has engulfed...
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Stefanik Votes to Pass Antisemitism Awareness Act
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik voted in favor of the bipartisan Antisemitism Awareness Act, which requires the Department of Education to use the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA)’s working definition of antisemitism and its contemporary examples when enforcing anti-discrimination laws."I’m proud to support this important legislation that will protect our brave Jewish students who are watching their campuses be taken over by unsanctioned mobs of antisemites by requiring the Department of Education to use the IHRA definition of...
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Chairwoman Stefanik Calls for Restoration of Law and Order, Academic Integrity, and Moral Decency in Higher Education
House Republican Conference Chairwoman Elise Stefanik has emphasized the urgent need to address the safety concerns of Jewish students and community members at universities across America. Stefanik, along with her colleagues, is determined to combat the rise of antisemitic incidents on campuses.Stefanik praised Speaker and Chairwoman Foxx for their recent visit to Columbia University, where they highlighted the lack of moral leadership among university presidents. She underscored the importance of delivering moral clarity where higher education institutions have failed....
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Stefanik Addresses Efforts to Protect Jewish Students and Hold Universities Accountable for Enabling Antisemitism
Congresswoman Elise Stefanik recently appeared on Fox News with Martha MacCallum to discuss the disturbing events at Columbia University where a pro-Hamas, antisemitic mob took over an academic building. Stefanik emphasized the importance of protecting Jewish students and holding universities accountable for fostering an environment that enables antisemitism.During the interview, Stefanik criticized university presidents for their lack of action in protecting Jewish students and condemning antisemitism. She highlighted the failures of Harvard, Penn, and Columbia...
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Stefanik, D’Esposito, and Molinaro Urge Biden Administration to Oppose Arrest Warrants for Israeli Officials
In a recent development, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, along with Congressman Anthony D’Esposito and Congressman Marc Molinaro, have penned a letter addressed to President Joe Biden and Secretary of State Antony Blinken, urging the Biden Administration to take a stand against the issuance of arrest warrants for Israeli officials by the International Criminal Court (ICC).The lawmakers expressed their concerns about the potential consequences of such warrants, stating that they would undermine Israel's right to self-defense and pose a threat to officials in democracies...
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Chairwoman Stefanik Calls for End to Democrats' Witch Hunts Against President Trump
Washington, D.C. – House Republican Conference Chairwoman Elise Stefanik has made strong statements regarding the ongoing issues of election interference and corruption. Stefanik recently joined her House colleagues to address various concerns, including her official ethics complaint against Jack Smith for illegal election interference against President Donald Trump. She emphasized her commitment to holding accountable those who engage in corrupt practices.Stefanik expressed her dismay at the lack of action from elite colleges and universities in condemning antisemitism...
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Stefanik Condemns Columbia University for Surrendering to Pro-Hamas Antisemitic Mob
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has strongly criticized Columbia University's President Shafik for giving in to the demands of the pro-Hamas sympathizers and failing to ensure the safety of Jewish students on campus. Stefanik's statement comes after Columbia's leadership extended deadlines and neglected to hold accountable those who support terrorist organizations.In her condemnation, Stefanik stated, "Columbia has surrendered to the radical pro-Hamas antisemitic mob instead of securing campus and protecting Columbia’s Jewish students. There can be no more...
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Columbia University Professor Accuses President of Lying to Congress About Firing Him
Columbia University Professor Accuses President of Lying to Congress About Firing HimA Columbia University professor has accused the president of lying to Congress about firing him. The professor, who chose to remain anonymous, used strong language to describe the president's actions, stating that he "lied" in his testimony to Congress.The accusation came to light during a recent congressional hearing, where the professor's termination from Columbia University was under scrutiny. The professor's statement has sparked controversy and raised questions about the...
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Stefanik, Rubio Urge Biden Administration to Prohibit American Ingenuity From Advancing Communist Chinese Technology
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik and Senator Marco Rubio have joined forces in a letter addressed to Department of Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, calling on the Biden Administration to take action against the advancement of Communist Chinese technology through the use of American innovations. The letter specifically targets the recent collaboration between American company Intel and Chinese tech giant Huawei. Stefanik and Rubio express their concerns over Huawei incorporating Intel's cutting-edge chip technology into their latest computers, enabling them...
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Stefanik Urges DoD to Bolster U.S. Critical Mineral Companies Including Phoenix Tailings
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has called on the Department of Defense (DoD) to enhance U.S. critical mineral companies, such as Phoenix Tailings, by accelerating the implementation of Section 152 of the FY24 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This section would enable the DoD to collaborate with companies like Phoenix Tailings to extract rare earth metals essential for strengthening the defense manufacturing sector and military readiness.Stefanik, who championed the inclusion of Section 152 in the FY24 NDAA, emphasized the urgency of reducing...
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Stefanik Demands Biden Administration Take Action To Ensure The Safety of Columbia University's Jewish Community
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has taken a firm stance in demanding action to ensure the safety of the Jewish community at Columbia University. Stefanik addressed a letter to Department of Education Secretary Miguel Cardona, Department of Justice Attorney General Merrick Garland, and Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, urging them to address the ongoing harassment and threats faced by Jewish students and community members on the university's campus.Stefanik's letter highlights the gravity of the situation, stating, "There is...
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Stefanik Statement on Columbia University’s Failed Leadership
House Republican Conference Chairwoman Elise Stefanik has strongly criticized Columbia University's leadership in a recent statement. Stefanik expressed her disappointment, stating, "While Columbia’s failed leadership spent hundreds of hours preparing for this week’s Congressional hearing, it clearly was an attempt to cover up for their abject failure to enforce their own campus rules and protect Jewish students on campus."Stefanik further emphasized the concerning situation at Columbia University, remarking, "Over the past few months and especially the last 24 hours,...
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Stefanik Leads NY Delegation Letter Calling for Columbia University President’s Resignation
Congresswoman Elise Stefanik and a group of lawmakers have called for the resignation of Columbia University President Dr. Minouche Shafik due to her handling of recent incidents of antisemitic harassment and violence on campus.In a letter led by Stefanik, the lawmakers expressed their dissatisfaction with Dr. Shafik's leadership, stating, "Over the past few days, anarchy has engulfed the campus of Columbia University." They criticized the President for failing to ensure a safe learning environment for students and allowing a situation where antisemitic harassment and...
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NY House GOP Lawmakers Demand Columbia President’s Resignation Over Antisemitic Incidents
Washington, D.C. – In a recent development reported by the New York Post, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik and all New York House GOP lawmakers have demanded the immediate resignation of Columbia University President Dr. Minouche Shafik. This call for resignation comes after documented incidents of antisemitic harassment and calls for violence against Jewish students on Columbia’s campus.Stefanik and other members of the House Education and Workforce Committee confronted Shafik over her perceived failures in protecting Jewish students from intimidation and harassment by...
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Stefanik Op-ed in North Country Now: Commitment to Rural Healthcare
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik recently penned an op-ed in North Country Now, emphasizing her dedication to ensuring access to quality and affordable healthcare for rural communities. Stefanik highlighted the importance of supporting hospitals in remote areas to maintain essential healthcare services.Stefanik expressed, "During my tenure in Congress, I have strongly advocated for delivering high-quality rural healthcare for our families and seniors." She pointed out the challenges faced by rural hospitals, stating, "These communities depend on their local...