How relevant is the United Nations in the modern world?

Breakdown

• Mike Waltz, President Trump's nominee for U.N. ambassador, testified on Capitol Hill.
• Waltz argued the U.N. has strayed from its founding mission of peacemaking. 24s
• Analyst Jonathan Wachtel stated the U.N. still has relevance but much decision-making happens outside it. 1m 3s
• The U.N. Security Council's structure and veto power of permanent members often hinder action on major conflicts. 1m 48s
• The United States is a major contributor and influential member of the U.N., but does not hold absolute power. 3m 24s