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4w ago

Speaker Mike Johnson Weighs GOP Moves to Reinstate Stefanik on Intelligence Committee

Johnson faces internal Republican tensions as he navigates committee rules and strategic decisions to accommodate Stefanik’s return after her UN nomination was withdrawn.

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Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., before the 60th Presidential Inauguration in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 20, 2025.

Overview

  • President Trump withdrew Rep. Elise Stefanik’s UN ambassadorship nomination, assuring her a return to the House Intelligence Committee and GOP leadership roles.
  • Speaker Mike Johnson is exploring options to reintegrate Stefanik, including replacing a current Republican member or expanding the committee, as required by House rules.
  • Stefanik leveraged her influence by delaying her vote on a critical budget resolution, securing a public announcement of her leadership role and committee assignments.
  • The potential reshuffling of the Intelligence Committee has heightened divisions within the GOP, with members expressing concerns over losing their positions or expanding the committee further.
  • Stefanik has announced her return to key committees, including Intelligence, Education and Workforce, and Armed Services, solidifying her influential role in the party.