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James Earl Jones nominated for Congressional Gold Medal on May the 4th: ‘Who says Darth Vader can’t be the good guy for once’

James Earl Jones nominated for Congressional Gold Medal on May the 4th: ‘Who says Darth Vader can’t be the good guy for once’

May 4, 2024

“While we may have disagreed on his participation in the Empire’s quest to build multiple Death Stars, I am thankful to represent him in Congress and look forward to awarding him with this great honor,” the Hudson Valley Republican joked. 

“Who says Darth Vader can’t be the good guy for once?”

The gift of life is beautiful. Democrats and Republicans must do more to protect IVF.

The gift of life is beautiful. Democrats and Republicans must do more to protect IVF.

May 3, 2024

For any parent, some of the happiest moments in life are the days their children are born. As fathers, we know firsthand just how beautiful the gift of life is for all families, and the joy of holding your child is immeasurable. As members of Congress, we have sought to do all we can to make life easier for families by working to tackle persistent inflation, lower tax burdens, maintain a strong social safety net and encourage people to start families. That’s why we were so troubled to see a recent decision by the Alabama State Supreme Court that could rob families of ever being able to experience the joy of parenthood.

Here’s what I saw during my visit to Columbia University

Here’s what I saw during my visit to Columbia University

May 2, 2024

Let me be clear. Never again is now. We cannot, as Congress, waver in our resolve and commitment to fighting hatred and antisemitism. 

History will judge us for what we do at this moment. And the question for the Senate is simple: Will you stand up to the radicals spouting antisemitism and calling for a genocide of the Israeli and Jewish people?

House GOP lawmaker calls for stripping colleges of tax dollars over antisemitic protests

House GOP lawmaker calls for stripping colleges of tax dollars over antisemitic protests

April 29, 2024

Lawler said, “Congress must act to crack down on it because these universities and college presidents and administrators are failing in their responsibility to keep these students safe, and to ensure that there is a free exchange of ideas, but based in truth and reality, and not antisemitic rhetoric, designed to threaten and target Jewish students.”

The Real Record: Mondaire Jones Equated Immigration and Customs Enforcement with Terrorist Groups and Supports Open Borders

The Real Record: Mondaire Jones Equated Immigration and Customs Enforcement with Terrorist Groups and Supports Open Borders

April 20, 2024

In a recent op-ed, my opponent Mondaire Jones flat-out lied about my record regarding the border crisis—a crisis that started on his watch and has been worsened by politicians he supports, like President Biden and New York City Mayor Eric Adams.

LAWLER FOR CONGRESS CAMPAIGN UNVEILS WEBSITE HIGHLIGHTING MONDAIRE JONES’ RADICAL RECORD

LAWLER FOR CONGRESS CAMPAIGN UNVEILS WEBSITE HIGHLIGHTING MONDAIRE JONES’ RADICAL RECORD

April 18, 2024

Today, the Lawler for Congress campaign launched RadicalMondaire.com detailing Mondaire Jones’ extreme record and rhetoric, including calls to ‘defund-the-police’, smearing border patrol and ICE agents, and lavishing praise on anti-Semites and socialists – painting the picture of a far-left radical dangerously out-of-touch with the Hudson Valley.

LAWLER FOR CONGRESS CAMPAIGN CALLS ON MONDAIRE JONES TO CONDEMN HIS FELLOW SQUAD MEMBERS FOR VOTING AGAINST BILL LABELING “FROM THE RIVER TO THE SEA”AS ANTISEMITIC

LAWLER FOR CONGRESS CAMPAIGN CALLS ON MONDAIRE JONES TO CONDEMN HIS FELLOW SQUAD MEMBERS FOR VOTING AGAINST BILL LABELING “FROM THE RIVER TO THE SEA”AS ANTISEMITIC

April 17, 2024

Jones voted, on average, 97% of the time with the “Squad” during his time in office, who all voted against the resolution condemning the phrase as antisemitic.

Congressman Lawler’s office closes thousands of constituent cases

Congressman Lawler’s office closes thousands of constituent cases

March 20, 2024

If you are searching for an answer from a federal agency and can’t get a timely answer, the first place to turn for help is the office of your Representative.  Congressman Mike Lawler’s office recently closed its 3,000 constituent service case.

Sidewalk Construction Planned In Putnam With Federal Funding

Sidewalk Construction Planned In Putnam With Federal Funding

March 15, 2024

“Earlier this week, I received a call from Congressman Mike Lawler to inform me that the proposed $5.5 million for new construction and accessibility upgrades to sidewalks throughout Putnam County, was included in the House Appropriations Bill that passed yesterday. Thank you, Congressman for keeping Putnam a priority, and bringing home this critical funding,” he said.