East Hudson Valley News

Congressman Mike Lawler, currently representing New York’s 17th district in the U.S. Congress, shared several updates on his official activities and positions through a series of tweets on March 15, 2025. Lawler, who succeeded Mondaire Jones in 2023 and previously served in the New York State Assembly, addressed international relations, local constituent services, and diplomatic initiatives.

In a tweet posted on March 15, 2025, at 19:36 UTC, Congressman Lawler expressed his support for recent actions taken by the Trump Administration concerning Middle Eastern security. He stated: "I commend the Trump Administration’s willingness to take decisive action against the Houthi threat." He emphasized that for an extended period, Iranian-backed groups have been targeting U.S. and allied vessels in the region and affirmed that this situation should change.

Later that day at 20:18 UTC, Lawler discussed a local initiative aimed at facilitating travel procedures for his constituents. In this tweet he noted: "Last week, we brought Global Entry appointments to Rockland County constituents – making it easier for folks to enroll without the hassle of traveling to the city." He expressed gratitude towards Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for their collaboration in making this service more accessible.

On March 15 at 23:04 UTC, Lawler highlighted an important milestone in U.S.-Ireland relations while calling for diplomatic reinforcement. He tweeted: "This year, as we mark the 101st anniversary of U.S.-Ireland relations..." The congressman mentioned having signed a letter urging President Trump's administration to appoint a Special Envoy for Northern Ireland.