The Senate has confirmed former U.S. Rep. Michael Waltz as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations.

The chamber voted 47-43 on Waltz’s nomination . Waltz, a St. Augustine Beach, welcomed the vote, which followed several tumultuous months since Waltz vacated his seat in Congress for another job in President Donald Trump’s administration.

“THANK YOU President Trump & the U.S. Senate your trust and confidence to Make the UN Great Again,” Waltz posted on X .

Democratic U.S. Sens. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania and Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire crossed the aisle to support Waltz’s confirmation.

Trump nominated Waltz for the ambassadorship in May, just hours after Waltz’s ouster as White House National Security Adviser. His departure from a position within the White House

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