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Elise Stefanik accepts nomination as UN ambassador under President Trump

House Republican Conference Chairwoman Elise Stefanik has accepted the nomination by President Donald J. Trump to serve as the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations.

By Capital District Times | Nov 11, 2024

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Stefanik honors veterans in Watertown Daily Times op-ed

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik published an op-ed in the Watertown Daily Times, focusing on honoring veterans.

By Capital District Times | Nov 9, 2024

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Stefanik and Barr push back against bank codes targeting gun owners

By Capital District Times | Nov 4, 2024

Saratoga, N.Y. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik and Congressman Andy Barr have raised concerns over what they describe as an attack on Second Amendment rights by the Biden-Harris Administration.

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Stefanik urges U.S. support for Israel's ban on UNRWA operations

By Capital District Times | Nov 4, 2024

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has issued a statement urging the United States to support Israel's decision to prohibit the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) from operating within its territories.

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Stefanik leads opposition against Amtrak's planned service reductions

By Capital District Times | Nov 1, 2024

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, along with fellow New York Republican Representatives Nicole Malliotakis, Nick Langworthy, Andrew Garbarino, Anthony D’Esposito, Nick LaLota, and Marc Molinaro, has addressed a letter to Amtrak President Roger Harris.

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Lawmakers urge FTC action against false "Made in USA" labels on Chinese-made flags

By Capital District Times | Nov 1, 2024

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, along with Representatives Virginia Foxx and Nick Langworthy, has urged the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to address concerns about companies from the People's Republic of China falsely labeling American flags as...

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Elise Stefanik criticizes Vice President Harris over latest jobs report

By Capital District Times | Nov 1, 2024

House Republican Conference Chairwoman Elise Stefanik has issued a statement criticizing Vice President Kamala Harris regarding the recent jobs report.

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Congresswoman Stefanik addresses committee report on university response to campus antisemitism

By Capital District Times | Oct 31, 2024

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has expressed her concerns regarding a report from the Education and Workforce Committee on antisemitism in universities.

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Stefanik calls for DOJ action following Cuomo's criminal referral

By Capital District Times | Oct 31, 2024

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has issued a statement regarding the criminal referral of former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo by the House Select Subcommittee on the COVID Pandemic.

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House Republicans claim White House issued misleading transcript of Biden’s remarks

By Capital District Times | Oct 30, 2024

House Republicans, led by Conference Chair Elise Stefanik and Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, have raised concerns about a transcript released by the White House.

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Former AG sues US government over Chinese drone company's military ties

By Capital District Times | Oct 21, 2024

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has expressed strong criticism regarding a lawsuit filed by former Attorney General Loretta Lynch against the United States Department of Defense. The lawsuit aims to remove DJI, a Chinese drone company, from the DoD's list of Chinese Military Companies.

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Stefanik urges probe into alleged intelligence leaks affecting US-Israel relations

By Capital District Times | Oct 21, 2024

House Republican Conference Chairwoman Elise Stefanik appeared on Fox News' America Reports to discuss concerns regarding the Biden-Harris Administration's alleged intelligence leaks that could undermine Israel's military operations against Iran. During her interview with Sandra Smith and John Roberts, Stefanik criticized Vice President Kamala Harris for what she perceives as a lack of support for Israel.

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Stefanik and Moolenaar criticize DJI's alleged use of Uyghur forced labor

By Capital District Times | Oct 17, 2024

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik and Chairman John Moolenaar of the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party have expressed strong disapproval regarding DJI, a drone manufacturer based in China. In a statement, they highlighted ongoing concerns about the company's practices.

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Stefanik comments on elimination of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar

By Capital District Times | Oct 17, 2024

House Republican Conference Chairwoman Elise Stefanik has issued a statement regarding the recent elimination of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar by Israel.

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Lawmakers criticize alleged Chinese influence at Harvard University

By Capital District Times | Oct 17, 2024

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has issued a statement in response to a report by the Washington Free Beacon. The report, which stems from an investigation by the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), alleges that Harvard University has been involved in facilitating Communist China's transnational repression on its campus.

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Stefanik criticizes Biden-Harris response on UN's handling of antisemitism

By Capital District Times | Oct 16, 2024

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has issued a statement criticizing President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for their handling of antisemitism within the United Nations. According to Stefanik, their "weak leadership and inexcusable silence" have encouraged the Palestinian Authority to attempt to remove Israel from the UN General Assembly.

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Stefanik criticizes Amtrak's service reduction on Adirondack Line

By Capital District Times | Oct 16, 2024

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has expressed concerns over Amtrak's decision to reduce service quality on the Adirondack Line. This comes only a month after full service was resumed. In a statement, Stefanik emphasized the need for accountability from Amtrak, citing their "continued mismanagement" as unacceptable.

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Stefanik and Ernst urge FBI probe into Columbia student group's alleged threats

By Capital District Times | Oct 15, 2024

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik and Senator Joni Ernst have called for an investigation into threats allegedly made by the Columbia University Apartheid Divest (CUAD) student group coalition. In a letter addressed to FBI Assistant Director in Charge James Dennehy, the lawmakers expressed concern over violent threats directed at Jewish and Israeli students and their allies.

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Judge strikes down NY gun control law backed by Governor Hochul

By Capital District Times | Oct 11, 2024

Saratoga, N.Y. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has issued a statement following a decision by the Western District of New York. The court's ruling struck down what Stefanik described as an unconstitutional violation against the Second Amendment by New York Governor Kathy Hochul.

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Stefanik criticizes Hochul over Great Meadows Correctional Facility closure

By Capital District Times | Oct 9, 2024

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has expressed her concerns following a report by Washington County Planning regarding the closure of the Great Meadows Correctional Facility. The report outlines potential negative impacts on the county and its residents due to the decision made by Governor Kathy Hochul.