President-elect Donald Trump has tapped Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) as his choice to serve as ambassador to the United Nations, choosing one of his staunchest allies in the House to take on a top diplomatic post.

Trump confirmed the choice in a statement to The New York Post late Sunday.

“I am honored to nominate Chairwoman Elise Stefanik to serve in my Cabinet as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. Elise is an incredibly strong, tough, and smart America First fighter,” Trump said.

CNN first reported that Trump had offered Stefanik the role.

The congresswoman, who is likely to get confirmed by a majority GOP Senate, is expected to be a combative presence at the........

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