Republican lawmaker speaks out after activists disrupt private luncheon

In an exclusive report, a disruption over the Trump administration’s cost-cutting efforts turned physical after protesters crashed an event in a red New York district. The incident occurred during a private luncheon hosted by the Rockland Business Association, where Republican lawmaker Rep. Mike Lawler was targeted by protesters for his party’s efforts to cut federal spending.

The protesters, who had purchased tickets to the event, began shouting “Lawless Lawler” and held up a sign that read “Elon’s Puppet,” referencing cost-cutting measures by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The situation escalated quickly as the protesters clashed with attendees, leading to a physical altercation.

Lawler’s team responded to the protest by highlighting comments made by Sen. Chuck Schumer, who admitted that Democrats were actively organizing protests in GOP districts to oppose their policies and hold them accountable for their decisions. Schumer’s remarks implied a coordinated effort to disrupt Republican events and pressure lawmakers to change their votes.

Ciro Riccardi, communications director for Lawler, condemned Schumer’s actions, stating, “It’s outrageous that Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is inciting far-left activists to harass and intimidate Republican members of Congress.” Riccardi also pointed out that the protesters had assaulted multiple seniors during the disruption, questioning whether these were the consequences Schumer endorsed.

Lawler reposted Schumer’s interview on social media, accusing the senator of coordinating with far-left activists and groups like Indivisible to organize protests and manipulate public opinion. The protest at the luncheon is just one of several disruptions that have occurred at congressional events this week, including a town hall hosted by Rep. Mike Flood, R-Neb., which was also interrupted by protesters.

Fox News Digital reached out to Schumer for comment but did not immediately receive a response. The incident sheds light on the growing tensions between Democrats and Republicans, as both parties engage in tactics to influence public opinion and pressure lawmakers on key issues.

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