Trump’s UN ambassador pick Elise Stefanik could save taxpayers millions if taps Musk-Ramaswamy ‘DOGE’

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Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-NY., is set to face the Senate Foreign Relations Committee for confirmation as the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations under President-elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet. With a growing concern over U.S. expenditures at the world body, former diplomats are urging for a reevaluation of the funds being allocated to the U.N.

Outflows to the U.N. rose from $11.6 billion in 2020 to $18.1 billion in 2022, with the U.S. covering one-third of the total U.N. budget. Several former diplomats emphasize the need for a strategic approach to addressing issues such as cronyism, corruption, and increasing American representation within the organization.

An anonymous former senior U.S. diplomat highlighted the disconnect between U.N. policies and U.S. foreign policy goals, calling for a reassessment of the funds being funneled into the organization. Anne Bayefsky, director of the Touro Institute on Human Rights and the Holocaust, emphasized the need to halt funding for U.N. initiatives that do not align with American interests.

To address these concerns, initiatives such as the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and DOGE-U.N. have been proposed to streamline U.N. expenditures and ensure accountability in resource management. Former National Security Council adviser Hugh Dugan created DOGE-U.N. to identify inefficiencies and potential cost-saving measures within the U.N.

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are leading the effort to cut government inefficiencies, with a focus on reining in wasteful spending and addressing issues of corruption within the U.N. The goal is to redirect resources towards initiatives that align with U.S. interests and prevent funds from supporting anti-American agendas.

While some critics suggest stepping back from the U.N., Dugan argues that it is essential for the U.S. to remain engaged and actively address issues of oversight and accountability within the organization. The U.S. must play a proactive role in ensuring that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and in line with American values.

Efforts to reform the U.N. face challenges, including the lack of independent oversight in investigative functions and concerns over the U.N. Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) and its potential ties to terror organizations. However, with a strategic approach and a commitment to transparency, there is hope for meaningful reform within the U.N.

As Rep. Stefanik prepares for her confirmation as U.S. ambassador to the U.N., the focus will be on advancing President Trump’s “America first, peace through strength” national security agenda and promoting reforms that enhance U.S. interests on the world stage. By addressing inefficiencies and ensuring accountability, the U.S. can play a more effective role in shaping the future of the United Nations.