Congressman Mike Lawler, representing New York’s 17th district, recently took to social media to share his positions on various issues. Lawler, who has been serving in the U.S. Congress since 2023 and succeeded Mondaire Jones, shared his thoughts on international and domestic matters over a series of tweets.
On April 23, 2025, Lawler expressed his stance regarding a recent incident in India, stating that he “strongly condemns the terrorist attack in India.” He extended his “heart and prayers go out to all the victims and their families,” affirming that “The United States stands with India.” The full statement can be found here.
Later that day, at 23:08 UTC, Lawler turned his attention to Holocaust Remembrance Day. In his message, he emphasized the importance of remembering the atrocities of the Holocaust, noting, “Tonight begins Yom HaShoah. Together, we honor the six million Jews murdered, as well as countless others during the Holocaust.” Lawler urged that their stories perpetuate and that society commits to ensuring such events do not happen again, a sentiment reflected in his commitment as stated here.
On the morning of April 24, 2025, Lawler addressed domestic economic policy by advocating for changes to tax legislation. He stated, “It’s time to lift the cap on SALT,” referring to the state and local tax deduction limit. He expressed confidence in forthcoming negotiations that a tax bill would deliver “actual relief to America’s middle class,” as he elaborated here.
Congressman Mike Lawler, born in Suffern, New York, and residing in Pearl River, continues to represent his district, advocating on issues ranging from international solidarity to domestic financial reform.
