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April 13, 2026
Rep. Mike Lawler's Town Hall Erupts Over Trump's Iran War
- Representative Mike Lawler held a contentious town hall in Mahopac, New York, where he defended President Trump's Iran war amidst loud heckling from constituents.
- Lawler faced criticism for not supporting a war powers resolution aimed at limiting Trump's military authority, with constituents demanding stronger accountability.
- The town hall highlighted concerns over the war's impact, including the deaths of U.S. service members and civilians, with attendees accusing Lawler of endangering lives.
2 Sources
- MAGA rep’s town hall descends into chaos as he tries to defend Trump’s Iran war: ‘Act like an adult, and stop’Apr 13, 2026 at 9:25 PM · Independent
- At a House Republican’s New York Event, Flashes of an Iran BacklashApr 14, 2026 at 9:03 AM · NYT