Politics

NYC PBA Endorse Mike Lawler for Assembly

Published

6 years ago

September 3, 2020

PEARL RIVER, NY – The New York City PBA announces they will be endorsing Mike Lawler in his race for the 97th Assembly District.

Lawler is running on a platform of repealing cashless bail, promoting public safety, and securing additional funding for law enforcement, spoke about the importance of the NYC PBA’s endorsement in this close Assembly race.

“It’s an honor to have the backing of the NYC PBA,” said Lawler. “Their members have helped protect our great state and New York City and their sacrifices ensure our families are able to sleep safely at night. I couldn’t be prouder to have the support of the NYC PBA and their thousands of active and retired members living in Rockland County.”

The Police Benevolent Association of the City of New York (NYC PBA) is the largest municipal police union in the world. The NYC PBA represents the approximately 24,000 sworn NYPD members who hold the rank of Police Officer and wear a silver shield like the one above — the front-line police officers in radio cars and on foot posts in your neighborhood, as well as those in specialized units and administrative divisions throughout the city.

“Mike Lawler has a proven history of supporting law enforcement and is the only candidate in this race who will work with us to stand up for and protect law enforcement officers and their families,” said Pat Lynch, President of the NYC PBA. “While his opponent was busy pushing for cashless bail and other policies that made our state less safe, Mike has worked with his local PBA to support their efforts and has been in touch with our offices asking us what he could do to support the brave men and women in law enforcement.”

“Ellen Jaffee is completely out-of-touch with reality and her continued support of the radical policies pushed by far-left NYC politicians shows it,” stated Lynch. “Mike will never turn his back on cops the way Jaffee did, and we can rely on him to be a vocal supporter of the law enforcement community in Albany.”

“It will be an honor to have Mike representing our members in the Assembly, and we look forward to working with him towards our shared goal of ensuring equality and justice for all New Yorkers and promoting a stronger, safer New York.”

Politics

Brett Yagel Announces Candidacy for New York State Assembly in 96th District

Published

3 months ago

January 19, 2026

Rockland Report Editor

ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY — Brett Yagel, the former Mayor of the Village of Pomona has officially announced his candidacy for the New York State Assembly in the 96th District.

Below you can read Yagel’s full announcement:

“I am proud to announce that I am seeking the support of the Republican and Conservative Parties as a candidate for the New York State Assembly in the 96th District.
I am not a career politician. I am a problem solver. As Mayor and as a professional working for one of the world’s largest defense contractors, I have spent my career focused on results, accountability, and getting complex jobs done the right way. Leadership and responsibility are not abstract concepts to me. They are values I have lived every day in public service and in the private sector.

Albany is broken. It is dominated by career politicians who create problems, expand government, and then ask for more power to fix the very messes they created. The people of the 96th District deserve better than politics as usual.

Our district needs a leader with real world experience, common sense, and the courage to challenge the status quo. I am ready to bring accountability, fiscal responsibility, and practical,
results driven solutions to Albany. Most importantly, I will be a strong and independent voice for the hardworking families of the 96th District.

If you are tired of excuses and ready for real results, I would be honored to earn your support.”

Yagel will running against incumbent Assemblyman Patrick Carroll.

Politics

Congressman Mike Lawler Announces Bid for Reelection to Congress, Will Not Run for Governor

Published

9 months ago

July 23, 2025

Rockland Report Editor

Rockland County, NY — Congressman Mike Lawler, a lifelong Rockland County resident and graduate of Suffern High School, officially announced today that he will seek reelection to the U.S. House of Representatives, putting to rest speculation that he might enter the race for Governor of New York.

Lawler, who represents New York’s 17th Congressional District, said his decision to remain focused on Congress reflects his commitment to continuing the work he’s started on behalf of Hudson Valley residents. Since taking office in January 2023, Lawler’s office has closed over 6,000 constituent service cases and successfully returned more than $27.2 million to residents throughout the district.

One of his signature achievements has been his leadership in reforming the State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction cap. Under Lawler’s advocacy, the SALT cap was quadrupled to $40,000, providing significant tax relief to middle-class families across the region for the next ten years.

Lawler’s decision not to run for governor preserves his role as a key Republican voice in a competitive swing district, and positions him for what is expected to be a closely watched race in 2026.
About Congressman Mike Lawler:

New York’s 17th Congressional District, includes Rockland and portions of Westchester and Putnam County.