East Hudson Valley News

Congressman Mike Lawler, currently representing New York’s 17th district in the U.S. Congress, recently shared his views on various national issues through a series of tweets. Lawler, who succeeded Mondaire Jones in 2023, has been vocal about his opinions on foreign policy, bipartisan cooperation, and local leadership.

On December 13, 2024, Congressman Lawler criticized Secretary Blinken regarding the withdrawal from Afghanistan. He stated: "As I said in my exchange with Secretary Blinken, the disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan is his legacy. He needs to stop shifting blame and take responsibility."

Later that day, at 21:39 UTC, he discussed his participation in a panel discussion hosted by No Labels' National Meeting. He emphasized the importance of bipartisanship by stating: "Yesterday, I joined colleagues from both parties in a panel discussion at No Labels' National Meeting. Despite our differences, we've found common ground and worked together. Both parties must work together to address the crises we're facing as a nation."

In another tweet on December 14 at 00:37 UTC, Lawler commented on legal proceedings involving Daniel Penny and criticized Alvin Bragg's leadership in New York City. He remarked: "Daniel Penny was a Good Samaritan who served our nation. Alvin Bragg should never have brought a case against him, but it's just the latest example of the lawfare he's waged in his post and the terrible leadership that is devastating New York City."