East Hudson Valley News

Congressman Mike Lawler, representing New York's 17th district, shared a series of tweets on December 6, 2024, addressing various legislative actions and expressing his stance on recent events. The congressman highlighted the recognition of historical figures and legislation as well as voiced his opinion on campus safety issues.

On December 6, 2024, Congressman Lawler expressed pride in honoring Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm with a Congressional Gold Medal. He stated: "Few are as worthy of a Congressional Gold Medal as Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm. I was proud to join Congresswoman Lee in honoring her late mentor and recognizing the legacy of a great New Yorker and a truly exceptional American."

Later that day, he announced his support for the Forgotten Heroes of the Holocaust Congressional Gold Medal Act. According to Lawler: "I was proud to support and see the Forgotten Heroes of the Holocaust Congressional Gold Medal Act pass both chambers of Congress. This legislation posthumously honors 60 brave diplomats who risked their lives to help an untold number of Jews escape Nazi-occupied Europe."

In another tweet posted on December 6, Lawler addressed concerns regarding campus safety at Columbia University. He asserted: "This is outrageous. If @Columbia cannot protect Jewish students on their campus, they should lose federal funding and have their tax-exempt status revoked. And for those students here on a visa engaged in an 'intifada' against American students of the Jewish faith? Deport them."