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Here are a few top Team Elise updates and stories we have been tracking for the past week! 

ONE DOWN, TWO TO GO – Elise Keeps the Pressure on University Presidents

Last week, Chairwoman Elise Stefanik exposed the moral depravity facing our “elite institutions” when University Presidents of Harvard, MIT, and Penn refused to acknowledge whether “calling for the genocide of Jews” qualifies as bullying and harassment according to their codes of conduct. These Presidents went so far as to say it needs to turn to “action” first, meaning actual genocide.

Since the hearing, the world has watched in disbelief as these university presidents have attempted to walk back their pathetic testimonies. Here’s what has happened as a result: 

• Elise and the Education Committee announced a formal Congressional Investigation into these three schools.


• The University of Pennsylvania announced that President Liz Magill and Chairman of the Board of Trustees Scott Bok would resign.
• Elise stated – “This is only the very beginning of addressing the pervasive rot of antisemitism that has destroyed the most "prestigious" higher education institutions in America. This forced resignation of the president of Penn is the bare minimum of what is required. These universities can anticipate a robust and comprehensive Congressional investigation of all facets of their institutions negligent perpetration of antisemitism including administrative, faculty, funding, and overall leadership and governance.”
• Read the article in Fox News here.


• A bipartisan majority of the House led by Chairwoman Elise Stefanik formally condemned the Presidents of Harvard, MIT, and UPenn for their pathetic, abhorrent, and morally reprehensible testimony last week.
• Elise stated – “The passage of my resolution marks a historic bipartisan effort to stand for moral truth. The world is watching as Members from both sides of the aisle stand resolutely with the Jewish people to condemn antisemitism on university campuses and the morally bankrupt testimony of the Harvard, MIT, and Penn university presidents during last week’s House Committee on Education and the Workforce hearing. It is disappointing and revealing that 128 Democrats chose to vote against condemning antisemitism on college campuses and the pathetic and abhorrent testimony of the university presidents.”
• Read the article in USA Today here.

MAJOR NEWS: Elise Files Judicial Misconduct Complaint Against DC Obama Judge

On Friday, Elise filed a judicial misconduct complaint against DC Obama Judge Beryl Howell for her partisan speech and illegal election meddling. Elise filed the complaint with the Judicial Council of the District of Columbia Circuit. Elise stated –

"DC Obama Judge Beryl Howell gave a highly inappropriate speech in which she insinuated the election of President Trump will lead to fascism in America. She also inappropriately allowed a public display of her cozy personal relationships with her partisan friends who appear before her, including the Biden Deputy Attorney General who supervises the January 6 criminal prosecutions. I filed a judicial misconduct complaint against Judge Howell, because election interference by judges destroys public confidence in the federal judiciary, tears apart the fabric of our Republic, and is illegal. It must end now."

Read the coverage from NBC News here.

Read the full Judicial Misconduct Complaint here.

BREAKING: Impeachment Inquiry into Joe Biden Officially Open

In case you missed it – on Wednesday, House Republicans unified to formally open an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden. Elise joined Speaker Mike Johnson, Majority Leader Steve Scalise, and Whip Tom Emmer in stating –

“Today, the House took a critical step in our investigation into serious matters involving President Joe Biden by formally opening an impeachment inquiry. As President Biden continues to stonewall lawful Congressional subpoenas, today’s vote of the full House of Representatives authorizing the inquiry puts us in the strongest position to enforce these subpoenas in court.

We do not take this responsibility lightly and will not prejudge the investigation’s outcome. But the evidentiary record is impossible to ignore.

We have seen witness testimony and bank records showing millions of dollars flowing to the Biden family from foreign adversaries. Witnesses have testified about the President’s numerous interactions with his family’s foreign clients. The President and White House have repeatedly misled the public, shifted the goalposts, and stonewalled our investigation.

As Chairmen Comer, Jordan and Smith have done all along, we will continue to follow the facts where they lead. The American people deserve answers. This impeachment inquiry will help us find them.”

Read more about the Impeachment Inquiry in Fox News here.

NY REDISTRICTING UPDATE: Elise and NYGOP Chairman Ed Cox – “The people of New York deserve better than this”

On Tuesday, a top court in New York ordered the state to redraw its congressional maps, giving corrupt Democrats the opportunity to further gerrymander the lines. Read Elise and Chairman Ed Cox’s statement –

“The Court’s decision today is plainly wrong on the Constitution and the law. In their relentless pursuit of power at all costs, corrupt Democrats in Albany and Washington have politicized the Court of Appeals. Its once esteemed reputation is in tatters.

This outcome was preordained by Democrats' unjustified opposition to Justice Hector LaSalle and the suspicious recusal of Judge Caitlin Halligan.

The decision today opens the door for Democrats to rig our Congressional district lines so that elections are decided not by the voters, but by politicians in a back room.

New York Republicans will not give up the fight against gerrymandering and for free and fair elections. The people of New York deserve better than this.”

Read the article in the New York Times here.

PASSED: Elise Votes to Pass Critical National Defense Bill

On Thursday, Elise announced big wins for NY-21, following the passing of the National Defense Authorization Act. Elise played a major role in the crafting and passing of this important bill that provides funding for Upstate New York and the North Country. This bill includes –

• Largest servicemember pay raise in 20 years.
• Parents’ Bill of Rights for military families.
• Strengthens military readiness.
• Counters Communist China espionage

On the passage of this bill, Elise stated –

“As the leading advocate for Fort Drum and the 10th Mountain Division, I proudly voted to pass the FY24 national defense bill to secure numerous provisions for the Fort Drum Community and our brave Servicemembers nationwide. This year’s national defense bill increases our military readiness, equips our troops, pushes back against woke ideology in our military, and provides robust support for Servicemembers and their families. As a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee, I have diligently worked over the past year to bring the defense priorities of Upstate New York and the North Country to the highest levels. I am proud to have crafted, conferenced, and passed a defense bill that ensures Fort Drum soldiers are eligible for Cold Weather location assignment pay, fully equips the 10th MTN Division with cutting-edge technology, and recognizes the vast potential of the unique Upstate New York environment for training our military personnel. While our country faces numerous threats from Communist China, Russia, and Iran, we must bolster our national defense and support our Servicemembers because peace can only be achieved through strength.”

Read more in the Sun Community News here.

Chairwoman Elise Stefanik and E-PAC Announce Endorsement of Mazi Melesa Pilip for New York’s 3rd Congressional District Special Election

On Thursday, Elise announced her endorsement of Mazi Melesa Pilip for NY-03’s special election. Mazi Melesa Pilip formerly served as a paratrooper in the Israel Defense Forces. She is a mother to seven children and currently serves in the Nassau County Legislature, representing the 10th District. The Special Election in New York’s 3rd Congressional District is scheduled for February 13th, 2024. 

Elise and Senator Marco Rubio Introduce Bill Enhancing Transparency on U.S. Investments

On Tuesday, Elise and Senator Rubio introduced the American Investment Accountability Act, a bill aimed at enhancing transparency regarding U.S. investments and their impact on our adversaries' capabilities.

“I am proud to introduce the American Investment Accountability Act to ensure that there is accurate and timely information on the true scope and nature of American investments into Communist China and other adversarial countries. The current reports done by the Biden Administration’s Commerce and Treasury Departments are insufficient and leave Americans vulnerable. We must have greater visibility into how U.S. investment is strengthening the capabilities of our adversaries.”

Read Elise and Senator Rubio's op-ed in Newsweek York here.

Elise Announces Major Endorsements in Battleground Districts

This week, Elise was proud to endorse FOUR candidates running for Congress in battleground districts across the nation –

• Derrick Anderson (VA-07)
• Dr. Prasanth Reddy (KS-03)
• Rob Bresnahan (PA-08)
• Austin Theriault (ME-02)

In the News

• New York Post: House votes to condemn college presidents after antisemitism ‘failure’ — bipartisan measure singles out Harvard, MIT heads
• Politico: Biden stays clear of calling for Ivy League presidents’ resignations
• Roll Call: House OKs measure seeking university presidents’ ouster
• USA Today: Harvard, Penn, MIT formally rebuked over campus antisemitism after House resolution passes
• Sun Community News: House Republican leadership statement on impeachment inquiry vote
• New York Post: The Biden goalpost moves (again) to Joe not ‘FINANCIALLY’ involved in Hunter’s sleaze
• Fox News: House to vote on bipartisan resolution demanding Harvard, MIT presidents resign over antisemitism testimony
• Daily Caller: ‘Everything’s On The Table’: Mike Johnson Suggests House May Cut Federal Funding To Universities Over Antisemitism
• NBC News: Lawmakers introduce bipartisan resolution condemning college presidents' response to antisemitism
• Fox News: Stefanik shreds Harvard over 'complete moral failure' after allowing Claudine Gay to remain president
• Sun Journal: National Republicans push Austin Theriault as their pick in Maine 2nd District race
• Newsweek: Donald Trump Is Beating Joe Biden Where It Matters
• Daily Mail: Trump's Iowa lead grows to largest EVER as he hits 51 percent support - DeSantis trails by 32 points with just five weeks until caucuses
• NBC News: Rep. Elise Stefanik on University of Pennsylvania president’s resignation: ‘One down, two to go’
• The Messenger: Harvard, MIT Presidents Pressured to Follow UPenn’s Magill and Resign After Disastrous Congress Testimony on Campus Antisemitism
• Fox News: Top White House aide worked at law firm heavily involved with corporate entities tied to Hunter, Biden family
• Daily Mail: The world is watching - fire these hateful presidents NOW: Congresswoman ELISE STEFANIK shamed three top college bosses in the infamous Jewish genocide row

Thank you so much for your support of Chairwoman Elise Stefanik! Elise is working hard to represent NY-21 values in Washington, as well as hardworking American families all across the nation.

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