He was roasting politicians – and touting himself as the potential next governor of New York.
GOP New York representative mike lawler He drew fire from state Democrats by hinting that he could run for governor in 2026 during his term “Celebration” airing of complaints This week.
“Kathy Hochul is the most unpopular governor in the country, and make no mistake, she’s worked hard for that title,” Lawler quipped about his potential opponent, sitting in front of a Christmas-themed backdrop with a roaring fireplace. . In a video posted on X on Monday.
“There’s no doubt he’ll face a real challenge in 2026. I wonder who can beat him.” Hmm. “I might know a guy,” he said, winking. “Anyway, that’s a video for another day.”
The Hudson Valley congressman, who has long been entrenched in Democratic government, touted his plans to expand the state budget by more than $50 billion within four years, spend money on immigrants and tackle Manhattan’s notorious congestion toll. Criticized.
“He’s done such a bad job that even his own elected lieutenant governor is retweeting articles about him planning to run against him,” Lawler said, referring to Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado.
Lawler, 38, who was first elected to the House of Representatives in 2022, laid out his top 10 complaints of 2024 at his “Festivus,” a secular tradition popularized by the TV comedy classic “Seinfeld” on Dec. 23.
Hochul tops Lawler’s list. The No. 2 target for the representative was New York City Mayor Eric Adams, whom he raked over the coals for a five-count bribery indictment against him in September.
“How bad of a year was it for Mr. Mayor? Well, when the highlight of your year is being convicted of soliciting and accepting illegal campaign donations from wealthy foreigners – yes,” Lawler quipped.
The congressman pondered whether there was “any doubt” Hizzoner “joined (First Lady) Jill Biden in voting for Trump.”
The Hudson Valley representative also jabbed at rival former Rep. Mondaire Jones (D-NY) for “three losses in a row,” joking that Delgado might choose him as his running mate in 2026.
The Republican lawmaker also complained to House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries of New York over spending issues and to New York Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer for failing to pass the Anti-Semitism Awareness Act.
In two other swipes related to the Empire State, Lawler took aim at Columbia University and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.
“Remember when we all thought Ivy League students were smart,” Lawler said.
He said in reference, “After watching these anti-Semitic, self-entitled, brainwashed fools embarrass themselves and our state for the past year, I am truly more proud than ever of being a product of a great New York educational institution.” Far more proud.” At his alma mater, Manhattan University.
Regarding the MTA, Lawler complained that “these corrupt clowns run a subway system where innocent[people]have to worry about being burned alive, murdered, or pushed onto the tracks, while they expect someone to The ex-Marine will be nearby to save them.”
In non-New York-related jabs, Lawler went directly against President Biden.
He sneered, “Speaking of forgettable and forgettable, have you ever seen anyone’s presidency consigned to the ash heap of history quicker than Joe Biden’s?” “Enjoy retirement, Joe. They serve ice cream daily.
Lawler also expressed joy at the passing of his former colleague, former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.), who led the charge to oust former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.).
“Speaking of hacks, happy endings to Matt Gaetz. Florida co-eds, beware – he’s back,'” Lawler said, pointing to the ethics report that exposed allegations Gaetz paid women for sex and had sex with a minor Were.
Gaetz has denied the allegations and accused the House Committee on Ethics of waging a smear campaign against him.
Lawler is far from the only Pole to celebrate “Festivus” with politically charged complaints and humor.
Senator Rand Paul (R-Ky.) continues his work old tradition of marking “Celebration” with outrage against government waste.
In his “Festivus” report this year, senators touted nearly $1 trillion in what he considered wasteful government spending, highlighting projects like climate-focused drag shows-on-ice and testing cocaine on moody rats.
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