In a series of recent Twitter posts, Representative Elise Stefanik, a member of the U.S. Congress representing New York’s 21st district since 2015, expressed her support for President Donald Trump’s administration and its policies, particularly focusing on border security, historical observances, and national leadership.
On April 27, 2025, Rep. Stefanik shared a statement from President Trump, claiming significant success in preventing illegal border crossings with only minimal numbers reportedly breaching the border. She expressed appreciation for Trump’s role in fulfilling a promise regarding national security, citing, “President @realDonaldTrump announces he stopped 99.9% of those attempting to cross the border illegally. Only 3 got through. It turns out, we only needed a new president. Thank you President Trump for delivering on your promise to protect our nation from invasion”.
The following day, on April 28, 2025, Rep. Stefanik made her stance on Columbus Day known, emphasizing its importance in recognizing the contributions of Italian Americans. She noted the relevance of this celebration to her constituents in New York, stating, “President @realDonaldTrump is RIGHT — Columbus Day is a celebration of history, heritage, and the incredible contributions of Italian Americans. Upstate New York and the North Country is the proud home of many hardworking Italian Americans. Democrats tried to erase the”.
On the same day, she further endorsed Trump’s leadership, stressing the perceived improvements in national security and immigration law enforcement under his administration, declaring, “America is safer and stronger with President @realDonaldTrump in charge. We finally have a Commander-in-Chief who enforces our immigration laws, secures our borders, and puts AMERICA FIRST! “.
Rep. Elise Stefanik, born in Albany, New York, and a Harvard alumnus, has been a long-time supporter of Trump’s policies. She resides in Schuylerville, New York, and has served her district since succeeding Bill Owens in 2015.
