Amidst ongoing political tensions, New York Representative Mike Lawler penned an op-ed in the New York Times, calling for bipartisan efforts to reduce divisive rhetoric. This follows his financial support of Erin Crowley, a candidate embroiled in controversy over allegations of inciting a disturbance.
Financial records indicate that in October 2025, Lawler contributed $1,000 to Crowley’s campaign as she sought re-election to the Putnam County Legislature. At the same time, Crowley was employed as Lawler’s deputy district director.
According to a report in July 2025 by LoHud, Crowley’s phone number was linked to a private chat group on Signal, named Fight Lawler, which was coordinating peaceful protests against Lawler’s policies.
Members of Fight Lawler accused Crowley of using a false identity to join their group, where she allegedly urged members to disrupt an upcoming town hall meeting hosted by Lawler in Somers, NY.
At the May 5 event, Crowley, attending in her official capacity, reportedly admonished attendees for disruptions while simultaneously prompting the group chat to increase their disturbance. The situation escalated, leading to the police removal of a 64-year-old woman from the premises, detailed by a Rolling Stone report.
Maureen Morrissey, a co-founder of Fight Lawler, criticized Crowley’s actions, stating, “She infiltrated our Signal group. We are so sickened by it.”
The incident prompted criticism from various political groups. Progressive organizations like the New York Working Families Party and Indivisible demanded Crowley’s resignation. Republican Paul Jonke, a fellow legislator, expressed disappointment, and Frank Ciano, a Republican activist, suggested Lawler should dismiss Crowley.
Despite these calls, Crowley remains on Lawler’s staff, as per her LinkedIn profile, and successfully retained her legislative seat with Lawler’s financial backing.
As Lawler campaigns for re-election, he is considered one of the more vulnerable Republican incumbents in the House.
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