Congressman Mike Lawler, representing New York’s 17th district, has been actively sharing updates and tributes on social media. Since replacing Mondaire Jones in 2023, Lawler has continued his engagement with the community through various platforms.
On June 6, 2025, Congressman Lawler shared a link to read more about an unspecified topic via his social media account. The post can be accessed here.
Later that day, at 23:05 UTC, he paid tribute to Officer Joe Gravino on the House floor. In his statement, Lawler recognized Gravino as “a dedicated NYPD officer, a loving husband and father,” who was part of the Rockland County community. He expressed sorrow over Gravino’s “sudden passing” and acknowledged his service and character. This message is available here.
The following day, June 7, at 14:15 UTC, Congressman Lawler honored Bill Motto for his contributions as a “devoted community servant and family man” in Nyack. He noted that Motto’s legacy would endure beyond his passing. More details are provided here.
Congressman Mike Lawler was born in Suffern, New York in 1986 and resides in Pearl River. He graduated from Manhattan College in 2009 with a Bachelor of Science degree.
