Mike Lawler, Republican of New York, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Nov. 1, 2026. MARGARET BRENNAN: We go now to Republican Congressman Mike Lawler. He joins us today from New York.
You are in this home stretch of campaigning in one of the most closely watched districts this cycle. Leader Jeffries has singled out your district as a top target for Democrats. Where do you see this headed?
MIKE LAWLER: Well, I think we're going to be victorious on Tuesday night, Margaret. I've done the work, over the last four years, between my staff and I, we've closed over 10,000 constituent cases, brought back over $140 million to the district, passed over two dozen bills, 17 of which have been signed into law. Ask AOC how many she's had signed into law.
The fact is, I show up, and my constituents know me. And unlike my opponent, who parachuted into this district from Virginia, I own a home here. I'm raising my family here.
And I think my constituents respect the fact that I've consistently been rated among the most bipartisan and effective members of Congress. I'm the only sitting member of Congress endorsed by a member of the opposing party. Jared Golden endorsed my re-election just a little over a month ago, and I think people know that I've delivered for them, especially when it comes to the issue of affordability, delivering the largest tax cut in American history, including lifting the cap on salt and leading the housing bill, which will increase supply and bring down prices.
MARGARET BRENNAN: Well, as you just mentioned, affordability is a top issue for voters, no matter what party they are in. We are seeing the economy growing. We're still seeing consumers spend, but for the last six months, we are seeing that wages are not keeping up with inflation.
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