Thursday, August 21, 2025

Pearl River, NY… In case you missed it, on Monday, Nick Reisman at Politico reported on Lawler for Congress unveiling a 5-figure digital ad campaign promoting the wins delivered for middle and working-class families in the One Big Beautiful Bill. 

Politico: Why this swing seat House member is doubling down on Trump’s megalaw

Rep. Mike Lawler is releasing a series of ads highlighting aspects of the law as Democrats look to flip his seat.

By Nick Reisman

NEW YORK — Republican Rep. Mike Lawler is betting big on President Donald Trump’s controversial megalaw — embracing the tax-and-spend package with a series of five ads as he runs for reelection in a pivotal swing district.

The commercials represent the first time that any House Republican — no less a vulnerable one like Lawler — is touting the measure on the airwaves directly to voters, according to the House GOP’s campaign arm. And he’s focusing on Medicaid provisions in the law that he expects will prove popular, countering Democratic attacks over health care spending cuts.

“The reason why Democrats are messaging the way that they are is because they’re trying to frame this as they often do — class warfare — as opposed to the specifics,” Lawler said in an interview. “It’s important as we head toward next year to not lose the message on this, but actually explain it to voters in a way that they understand.”

The tactic is a gamble for a battleground district lawmaker whose election next year is considered crucial for maintaining GOP control of the House. If successful, the move stands to become a national blueprint for selling voters on the sweeping legislation, which polling suggests is broadly unpopular.

Lawler will unveil the ads today, which trumpet the measure for having “strengthened the Medicaid program” through work requirements for adult recipients and prohibiting undocumented immigrants from “ripping off New York taxpayers.”

A different ad highlights lifting the cap on state and local tax deductions from $10,000 to $40,000. The change is a key measure that blue state Republicans, including Lawler, pushed for in negotiations. Another ad touts an increase to the child tax credit and eliminating taxes on Social Security for many recipients — all framed as a way to address affordability concerns.

In another spot, Lawler says he voted for the legislation “because it invests in Main Street, not Wall Street” by lowering federal tax rates and making it easier for businesses to be passed down.

Lawler’s campaign said about “five figures” will be spent on the ads, which will appear on digital platforms like YouTube.

He believes Republicans need to set the terms of the debate now, more than a year before the midterm elections.

“You have to be on offense, you have to be explaining what you did and why and articulate the case,” Lawler said. “The progressive left is never going to support anything Republicans do. I had folks booing tax cuts, but they’re going to benefit from it as well. It comes down to the middle and where does the middle fall.”

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Pearl River, NY… 7/23/2025 – Congressman Mike Lawler today officially announced his campaign for re-election to represent New York’s 17th Congressional District during an exclusive appearance on Fox and Friends. Lawler, recognized as one of the most bipartisan and effective lawmakers in Congress, reaffirmed his commitment to fighting for New York families and addressing the nation’s critical issues.

“Serving the Hudson Valley has been the greatest honor of my life, and I’m proud of the wins I’ve delivered for New York and the American people. From delivering historic tax relief, raising the SALT cap, securing our border, and strengthening our national security and America’s role in the world, to passing groundbreaking crypto legislation to reaffirm the United States as the leader in the digital economy, I’ve shown what’s possible when you put common-sense solutions above partisan politics,” stated Congressman Lawler. 

Lawler also highlighted the disaster that Kathy Hochul’s administration has been to New Yorkers, pointing out the opportunity Republicans have to flip New York.

“Under Kathy Hochul, New York has the highest taxes, the worst business climate, and leads the nation in outmigration. In short, Kathy Hochul is the worst Governor in America and must be defeated in 2026,” continued Congressman Lawler.

“Over the past six months, I have given considerable thought as to how I can best serve New York — whether in Albany or Washington. While I fundamentally believe I am best positioned to take on Kathy Hochul and offer New Yorkers a real choice for Governor, I have made the decision to run for re-election to the House and continue the important work I’ve been doing over the past two and a half years.” In conclusion, Congressman Lawler said, “There’s more work ahead, and I remain focused on putting New York families first.”

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Pearl River, NY – July 10, 2025… Today, the Lawler for Congress campaign announced that Congressman Mike Lawler posted another outstanding fundraising quarter, bringing in more than $1.3 million in Q2, making him once again a top fundraiser among candidates for competitive districts in the House.

Rep. Lawler raised an impressive $1.325 million this quarter alone, bringing his year-to-date total to nearly $2.8 million. He maintains a robust cash-on-hand balance of $2.2 million, placing him in a commanding position heading into the general election.

“While the Democratic clown car primary continues its race to prove who’s the most radical leftist, Congressman Lawler’s message of common-sense solutions and bipartisan leadership continues to resonate with voters and donors alike,” said Chris Russell, campaign spokesperson. “He’s once again outraised the entire Democratic field combined. Congressman Mike Lawler is in the best position yet to defeat whichever far-left radical emerges from their chaotic primary.”

Russell continued, “New Yorkers in the Hudson Valley are tired of extremism and political stunts. Congressman Lawler is delivering on issues that matter like middle-class tax relief — including his promise to lift the cap on SALT, safer communities, and economic prosperity, and he is in a prime position to win re-election next November.”

Congressman Lawler represents New York’s 17th Congressional District, which includes all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties.

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Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Pearl River, NY… Today, the Lawler for Congress campaign demanded an answer from the 7 Democrats running against him: Will They Support Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic Nominee for Mayor in NYC?  “The residents of New York’s 17th Congressional District deserve a straight answer from the Democratic candidates who are running – will they support Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee for NYC Mayor?” said Chris Russell, campaign spokesman. “Will these Democrats do what Kathy Hochul did and look the other way, or will they be brave enough to call out Zohran for what he is – a radical, antisemitic socialist hellbent on destroying New York City?”  “To Beth Davidson, Cait Conley, Peter Chatzky, Mike Sacks, Effie Phillips-Staley, John Sullivan, and Jessica Reinmann, now is the time to let the voters of the Hudson Valley know – do you support Zohran Mamdani?” concluded Russell. “If your answer is silence, we can safely assume you’re comfortable with backing an antisemitic socialist who wants to defund the NYPD, stop cooperation with ICE, and make New York City less safe.”

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Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Pearl River, NY… Today, Congressman Lawler slammed Kathy Hochul and New York Democrats for embracing a far-left socialist for NYC Mayor. Congressman Lawler calls on them to immediately clarify if they endorse Zohran Mamdani and his policies, including:

• Defunding The Police
• A Socialist New York
• Elimination of Cash Bail
• Legalize Prostitution
• Supporting the BDS Movement
• Raising Taxes on Businesses
• City Run Grocery Stores

“Last night, Kathy Hochul and New York Democrats embraced the absolute worst of their party. A radical, antisemitic socialist was just elected to be the Democratic candidate for mayor of New York City – and Kathy Hochul didn’t lift a finger to stop it from happening. On Kathy’s watch, millions of hard-working taxpayers have fled New York State, and now the exodus will begin from New York City as Zohran Mamdani runs it into the ground,” stated Congressman Lawler. 

“A self-avowed socialist who wants to defund the police, globalize the intifada, and tax people into oblivion is poised to become New York City’s next mayor, all because of Kathy Hochul’s gross incompetence. The only way we can stop it from happening is by rallying around the Republican candidate for Mayor – Curtis Sliwa. His long record of service to the city of New York is a far cry from Zohran’s trust fund upbringing, and Curtis will serve the people of New York with dignity and respect, regardless of their race, religion, background, or creed,” continued Congressman Lawler. 

“And make no mistake – Kathy Hochul and NY Democrats will pay the price for this insanity at the ballot box next November, when we elect our first Republican Governor since George Pataki. I call on Kathy Hochul and all New York Democrats to immediately state if they endorse Zohran Mamdani for NYC Mayor, and all the radical socialist policies he has endorsed on his campaign,” concluded Congressman Lawler. 

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