Progressive group plots to protest Mike Lawler town hall in New York

Leaders of a progressive group in the New York City suburbs are gearing up to protest a town hall event being hosted by front-line House Republican, Rep. Mike Lawler, this weekend. Fox News Digital was able to get an exclusive inside look at their plans during a recent meeting of the Indivisible Rockland Organizing Committee.

During the meeting, organizer Pascale Jean-Gilles discussed the group’s strategy to potentially have thousands of people protesting outside the event in West Nyack. Jean-Gilles, who is also a local elected official in Lawler’s district, emphasized the importance of filling the entire street leading to the event venue to make a statement.

The group is planning a joint-organized effort with local unions and other organizations to demonstrate against what they perceive as restrictions on their First Amendment rights at public meetings. Jean-Gilles also hinted at potential disruptions inside the town hall, highlighting the need for attendees to express their dissent in a respectful manner.

In addition to the planned protest, the group is preparing suggested questions for town hall attendees to ask during the event. They hope to engage with Lawler and hold him accountable for his actions and decisions as a representative.

Indivisible, a national left-wing organization, has been targeting Republican town halls across the country, encouraging activists to voice their concerns and dissent. The upcoming protest at Lawler’s town hall is part of a broader effort to hold elected officials accountable and advocate for progressive policies.

Lawler, who is considered one of the most vulnerable House Republicans in the upcoming election cycle, has expressed disappointment at the planned disruption. His spokesperson emphasized the importance of fostering open and respectful dialogue, while ensuring a safe environment for all attendees.

The Indivisible Rockland Organizing Committee defended their decision to protest, citing the limited opportunities for public engagement at the town hall event. They reiterated their commitment to free expression and peaceful demonstration, calling on Lawler to listen to his constituents and address their concerns.

As the protest date approaches, tensions are running high between the progressive group and the Republican lawmaker. The outcome of the town hall event remains uncertain, but one thing is clear – the voices of the people will be heard, one way or another.