NRCC Statement on NY-17

August 6, 2025

If you’re covering the news today in NY-17, please consider the following statement:

“With eight out of touch Democrats now running, this primary race has officially become a circus. John Cappello is just another Democrat clown who doesn’t hold a candle to Rep. Mike Lawler.” – NRCC Spokeswoman Maureen O’Toole

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