Chuck Schumer admits Democrats are sending protesters to disrupt GOP events

In New York, a private luncheon hosted by the Rockland Business Association was disrupted on March 20, 2025, by protesters opposing Republican spending cuts. These protesters, who had purchased tickets, targeted Representative Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., chanting slogans like 'Lawless Lawler' while waving signs. The protest escalated and turned physical, leading to confrontations between the protesters and attendees. Lawler highlighted this incident in light of recent statements made by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., who openly discussed the Democratic Party's strategy of organizing protests in Republican districts. Schumer's remarks suggested a coordinated effort to mobilize activist groups to challenge Republican lawmakers over policy decisions. Following the protest, Lawler's communications director criticized Schumer for allegedly inciting confrontations with Republicans and labeled the protest as a harassment tactic aimed at undermining GOP representatives. Lawler himself responded to the protests by expressing that while organizing political activism is legitimate, the methods being employed were disruptive and counterproductive. Multiple such protests have occurred over recent days, targeting Republican congressmembers, indicating an escalating trend of political confrontations during congressional events.