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March 10, 2025
Editorial

The extraordinary dedication of Long Island’s First Responders was on full display during the recent brush fires that tore through parts of Brookhaven and Southampton Towns. Their swift and selfless response not only protected lives and property but earned national attention — and deservedly so.

March 3, 2025
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On February 25, 2025, I voted for the House Budget Resolution, a measure that helps set the stage for upcoming fiscal negotiations.

Issues:Congress
January 14, 2025
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This past weekend, I had a significant meeting with President Trump at Mar-A-Lago to address key issues that affect Long Island families, such as the need to restore the full state and local tax (SALT) deduction and combat congestion pricing.

Issues:Economy
December 23, 2024
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As we gather to celebrate the holiday season—whether lighting the menorah for Hanukkah, decorating the Christmas tree and celebrating Christ’s birth, or simply enjoying time with loved ones—it’s an ideal moment to reflect on the progress we’ve made together over the past year.

Issues:Congress
December 16, 2024
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This past week marked a significant advancement for Long Island and the United States with the House of Representatives' passage of the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).

Issues:Congress
December 9, 2024
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The recent passage of my bipartisan Plum Island National Monument Act out of the House Natural Resources Committee represents a major milestone in the fight to protect and preserve Plum Island—one of Long Island’s most treasured ecological and cultural landmarks. This critical step brings us closer to securing the island’s future as a protected natural sanctuary.

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December 2, 2024
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Governor Hochul’s so-called “congestion pricing” is nothing more than a commuter tax that unfairly targets hardworking Long Islanders. At a time when families are already struggling under New York’s crushing tax burden, this policy adds insult to injury.

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November 25, 2024
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As Thanksgiving approaches, it’s an opportunity for us to pause and reflect on the many blessings we enjoy as Americans. Here on Long Island, we are fortunate to live in vibrant communities, surrounded by neighbors who embody the values of hard work, kindness, and service.

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August 28, 2024
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As Labor Day approaches, it's important to pause and recognize the invaluable contributions of organized labor, especially here in Suffolk County. Our union workers are more than just employees; they are the backbone of our local economy.

Issues:CongressEconomy
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August 19, 2024
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As a former Suffolk County Election Commissioner and an attorney who has studied the legal history of Voter ID laws, I understand the positive role that voter ID laws play in maintaining the integrity of our electoral process. We must ensure every American's vote counts and that our elections are fair and transparent.