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Mike Waltz Confirmed as U.N. Ambassador Amid Partisan Divide

10/2/2025

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Mike Waltz was confirmed as U.N. ambassador by a 54-45 Senate vote, largely along party lines.
Three Democrats backed Waltz, while Rand Paul was the sole Republican opponent.
The confirmation clears the way for additional nominations, with more agency nominees expected soon.
The vote highlights ongoing partisan divisions in the Senate over Trump's administration and its U.N. stance.

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Story summary

Mike Waltz was confirmed as U.N. ambassador by a 54-45 Senate vote, largely along party lines.
Three Democrats backed Waltz, while Rand Paul was the sole Republican opponent.
The confirmation clears the way for additional nominations, with more agency nominees expected soon.
The vote highlights ongoing partisan divisions in the Senate over Trump's administration and its U.N. stance.