Vulnerable House GOP Mike Lawler embraces Trump in high-stakes campaign push

Published May 23, 2026 1:52pm ET | Updated May 23, 2026 1:52pm ET



Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY) is tying his political fortunes to President Donald Trump, betting the president can energize Republican voters in New York’s battleground district. 

Appearing alongside Trump at an event in Rockland County, Lawler told the crowd he has a “strong working relationship” with the president, and it was, at least in part, one of the reasons Trump appeared in the district.

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