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politics5 days ago•9 min saved

Trump pitches SALT-fueled affordability in pivotal New York battleground

President Donald Trump visited Suffern in Rep. Mike Lawler’s Hudson Valley district to tout cost-relief from the SALT deduction expansion and other tax cuts, aiming to boost Lawler in a top battleground race while Democrats criticized the move as political theater. The visit underscores NY-17’s central role in whether Republicans can keep control of the House, with Lawler branding himself as a pragmatist who works with the president, and Democrats arguing the tax plan would hurt working families in the long run.

via Politico|

#affordability #mike-lawler #new-york-17

politics14 days ago•2 min saved

Barroom confrontation: Rand Paul’s son accused of antisemitic tirade toward Lawler

Rep. Mike Lawler says Rand Paul’s son, William Paul, approached him at a Washington, D.C. bar and launched a ten-minute antisemitic tirade, including remarks about 'Jews,' Israel, and donor Paul Singer; Lawler says Paul also claimed he hates Jews and gays and doesn't care if they die, before leaving. William Paul later apologized on X, saying he drank too much and is seeking help for his drinking problem. Rand Paul offered no comment on the incident and had not spoken with Lawler prior to the encounter.

via CBS News|

#antisemitism #bar-incident #gop

politics14 days ago•4 min saved

Rep. Lawler recounts antisemitic tirade by Rand Paul’s son at DC bar

New York Rep. Mike Lawler said Rand Paul’s son subjected him to a 10-minute antisemitic tirade at a Washington, DC bar, including hate toward Jews and LGBTQ people; Lawler, not Jewish, received an apology after the confrontation, and the ADL condemned the remarks, as Lawler continues to press for accountability and action against antisemitism in politics.

via Courthouse News|

#antisemitism #jews #mike-lawler

politics7 months ago•20 min saved

GOP Faces Backlash Over Racist Texts and Leadership Responses

The Congressional Black Caucus PAC is using a texting scandal involving Young Republicans to attack Rep. Mike Lawler, linking him to racist messages and past controversial actions, as part of their campaign ahead of the midterms.

via Politico|

#congressional-black-caucus #mike-lawler #political-attack

politics7 months ago•4 min saved

Capitol Hill Tensions Erupt in Confrontations Over Shutdown and Obamacare

During a tense five-minute exchange in the Capitol, Rep. Mike Lawler confronted House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries over the government shutdown and healthcare subsidies, leading to a heated debate that highlighted the escalating tensions on Capitol Hill amid ongoing funding disputes.

via The New York Times|

#capitol-confrontation #government-shutdown #hakeem-jeffries

politics10 months ago•3 min saved

Rep. Lawler to Seek Re-election, Bypassing New York Governor Race

GOP Rep. Mike Lawler announced he will seek reelection in the House, a move seen as a win for Trump and the GOP, especially in a key battleground district in New York, amid efforts to maintain the Republican majority in the upcoming midterms.

via CNN|

#house-of-representatives #mike-lawler #new-york

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Ritchie Torres Criticizes Hochul, Hints at Gubernatorial Ambitions

Democratic Rep. Ritchie Torres is considering a run for New York governor and is sharply criticizing current Governor Kathy Hochul, comparing her vulnerabilities to those of President Joe Biden before he dropped his reelection bid. Torres plans to tour New York to raise his profile and assess the state's needs. He argues that Hochul's low approval ratings and erratic governance could lead to a Republican victory in 2026, potentially by GOP Rep. Mike Lawler. Other Democrats have also expressed concerns about the party's statewide prospects.

via POLITICO|

#democratic-party #kathy-hochul #mike-lawler

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Border Crisis Sparks Heated Clash Between Bowman and Lawler"

Rep. Jamaal Bowman and Rep. Mike Lawler engaged in a heated exchange over border policy, with Bowman criticizing Lawler for speaking on the issue without having visited the border. Lawler admitted he hadn't been to the border, prompting Bowman to accuse him of speaking like an expert on topics he hadn't experienced firsthand. The exchange occurred amidst House Republicans' demands to link aid to Ukraine with changes to border policy, while Senate Democrats unveiled a national security package that includes measures targeting the southern border.

via The Hill|

#border-policy #house-republicans #immigration-system

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Jamaal Bowman's Controversial TV Appearances Spark Political Clashes"

Rep. Jamaal Bowman, a Democrat from New York, clashed with Rep. Mike Lawler, a Republican from New York, during a heated exchange on CNN over the border crisis. Bowman criticized Lawler for speaking on the issue without having visited the U.S. southern border, while boasting about his own trips there. The confrontation touched on topics such as the treatment of Israel and the government's handling of the migrant situation. Both lawmakers talked over each other, prompting the host to intervene.

via Fox News|

#border-crisis #cnn #immigration

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Gaetz's Apology and Email Backlash: A History of Turbulence in the House

Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz apologizes for a fundraising email that targeted fellow Republican Mike Lawler and others, claiming it was sent without his team's approval. The email criticized "RINOs" who allegedly worked with left-wing House members to prevent Rep. Jim Jordan from becoming the next Speaker. Lawler called out Gaetz on social media, highlighting his collaboration with Democrats to remove former Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Gaetz's apology comes amid tensions within the Republican Party and a push to oust McCarthy.

via The Hill|

#fundraising-email #matt-gaetz #mike-lawler

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Ocasio-Cortez Urges GOP to Open Dialogue Following McCarthy's Ouster"

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez responded to Rep. Mike Lawler's call for Republicans to unify with Democrats by telling him to "try talking" and take responsibility for the chaos within the GOP. The exchange occurred after eight Republicans voted alongside Democrats to oust former Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Ocasio-Cortez criticized Lawler for aligning with Matt Gaetz and MAGA extremists, accusing them of burning down the House and lacking real leadership.

via The Hill|

#alexandria-ocasio-cortez #democrats #house-speaker

politics2 years ago•8 min saved

"Battle for a Key New York Seat: GOP's Fight for House Majority"

The battle for control of the US House of Representatives is intensifying in New York's suburbs, with six freshman Republicans, including vulnerable Rep. Mike Lawler, fighting to hold onto their seats in Democratic battlegrounds. Lawler, who won in a heavily Democratic district, is being challenged by Democrat Mondaire Jones, who criticized Lawler's record and accused him of shifting positions. Both parties are expected to spend significant amounts of money in this closely watched race, as Democrats aim to flip the seat and Republicans seek to maintain their slim majority in the House.

via CNN|

#house-gop #joe-biden #mike-lawler

politics3 years ago•6 min saved

Debt Ceiling Standoff: Biden's Bipartisan Efforts and the 14th Amendment Solution

President Biden sought to sway moderate Republicans in debt limit negotiations, accusing Speaker Kevin McCarthy of pursuing a radical strategy at the behest of the “extreme” wing of his party loyal to former President Donald J. Trump, putting the country in economic jeopardy in a way that he said reasonable Republicans of his own era in the Senate would not have done. The federal government has reached the $31.4 trillion debt ceiling set by law and the Treasury Department estimates that it will run out of ways to avoid default as soon as June 1.

via The New York Times|

#biden #debt-ceiling #kevin-mccarthy