Trump: Monsey, NY Jews should vote 'in big numbers' for Lawler, he 'fights against antisemitism'
US President Donald Trump urged the Jewish community of Monsey, New York, to vote for Republican Congressman Mike Lawler during the US midterm elections on Tuesday. Trump highlighted Lawler's strong support for the Jewish community and his consistent fight against antisemitism. Lawler has been a vocal advocate for religious freedom and school choice, speaking out against hatred when it mattered most.
Lawler is running in a suburban New York district that was won by Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election. Trump emphasized the importance of addressing and combating antisemitism, noting that antisemitic hate crimes had increased by 8.5% in August 2026 compared to the previous year, according to The Jewish Telegraphic Agency (JTA), citing the New York Police Department (NYPD).
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