Overview

• President Trump withdrew Rep. Elise Stefanik’s nomination for U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations in March, citing concerns over the GOP's slim House majority.
• Stefanik, who had vacated her leadership roles and prepared for the UN position, returned to Capitol Hill expecting reinstatement to her former positions, as promised by Speaker Mike Johnson.
• Her relationship with Johnson has deteriorated after delays in restoring her to leadership and the Intelligence Committee, with Stefanik accusing Johnson of avoiding direct communication and breaking his commitments.
• Stefanik publicly denied Johnson's claim that they had discussed her potential candidacy for New York governor, prompting a correction and conciliatory remarks from the Speaker.
• The feud underscores broader challenges within GOP leadership, as internal disputes over loyalty and committee assignments complicate efforts to maintain party unity in the House.