Mike Lawler U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 17th district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Mike Lawler U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 17th district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Congressman Mike Lawler, representing New York's 17th district, has made several public statements on social media regarding immigration policy, legislative achievements, and free speech. His comments provide insight into his perspectives and legislative priorities.
On January 29, 2025, Congressman Lawler criticized the Biden administration's "catch and release" policy. He stated: "Catch and release has been a disaster since the Biden administration implemented it. Releasing individuals into the country before their hearings not only encourages illegal immigration but also allows criminals to exploit our broken system."
Later that day, Lawler announced a significant legislative achievement. He expressed pride in the enactment of new legislation: "Today, I'm proud to announce that the Laken Riley Act has officially been signed into law. We will continue working to secure our border and protect American citizens."
On January 30, 2025, Congressman Lawler addressed issues related to free speech at educational institutions. He commented on actions taken by Columbia University: "Disrupting classes to shut down voices you disagree with isn't free speech—it's censorship. It's good to see Columbia finally taking some action to protect Jewish students - but that trend must continue."
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