East Hudson Valley News

Congressman Mike Lawler, representing New York’s 17th district since 2023, has been actively voicing his opinions and engaging in discussions relevant to his political role. Recently appointed as Chairman of the Middle East and North Africa Subcommittee, Lawler shared updates on social media about his recent diplomatic engagements and domestic policy views.

On February 12, 2025, Lawler expressed his commitment to advancing American interests through international diplomacy. He mentioned that "In my new role as Chairman of the Middle East and North Africa Subcommittee, I've had the opportunity to meet foreign diplomats and work to advance American interests. Today, I sat down with the Algerian and Qatari ambassadors to discuss regional security and how we can fight…" This tweet underscores his focus on regional security issues in the Middle East.

Continuing his discourse on February 13, 2025, Lawler addressed a domestic issue by applauding Attorney General Pam Bondi's actions. He urged Governor Hochul to change her policy stance regarding sanctuary states. In his tweet, he stated: "I applaud Attorney General Pam Bondi for taking action, and I call on Governor Hochul to repeal her Sanctuary State order immediately. Local and state law enforcement should be allowed to work with ICE to deport criminals. Full stop."

Later that day, Lawler commented on an ongoing international concern involving the Palestinian Authority's practices. He remarked: "The Palestinian Authority has a history of claiming to end pay-to-slay, only to find new ways to fund terrorism. I'll believe they've ended it when we actually see it." His skepticism highlights ongoing challenges in addressing terrorism financing.