Suffolk Reporter

Congressman Nick LaLota, who represents New York's 1st district, has been actively sharing his insights and activities through social media. On December 10, 2024, he discussed topics ranging from border security to military support and international relations.

On December 10, 2024, Congressman LaLota announced his participation in a Homeland Security subcommittee meeting focused on "open border policies and their impact on public safety and law enforcement." He highlighted the presence of Nassau Police Commissioner Pat Ryder as a witness, describing him as "a trusted friend and partner to Suffolk’s law enforcement leadership." The original post can be found here.

Later that day, LaLota expressed his support for the FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). In his post at 18:28 UTC, he emphasized several benefits of the NDAA including "pay raises for our Troops," "better housing," "support for Military families," "mission readiness," "workforce investments," and "border security." He described it as "a win for our Troops, their families, and national security." The full tweet is available here.

On December 11, 2024, Congressman LaLota addressed international issues by stating that America must remain committed to bringing home hostages held by Hamas terrorists. He affirmed the U.S.'s firm stance with Israel and its right to self-defense. His statement read: "America must remain firm in our commitment to bring every hostage held by Hamas terrorists home safely. We stand resolutely with Israel and fully support their right to their self-defense." This message can be accessed here.