Congressman Nick LaLota

By Congressman Nick LaLota For years, Democrats have insisted that concerns about illegal immigration and election integrity are exaggerated. We have been told our immigration system does not need stronger enforcement, that voter ID is unnecessary, and that requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote would place an unreasonable burden on Americans. Recent events should cause even the most partisan observer to reconsider those arguments.

Minerva Perez’s recent letter (“Open letter to Congressman Nick LaLota,” July 2) asks me to identify the specific provisions of East Hampton’s new sanctuary law that concern me. I appreciate the opportunity to answer, and I will, but her letter misses the larger point.

By Congressman Nick LaLota New Yorkers desperately need relief from our state's crushing tax burden, which is the highest in the nation. This excessive taxation is driving residents to flee to states like Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Texas, where taxes are significantly lower. While it's crucial for Albany to take action and reduce taxes to make New York more affordable, I am fighting in Washington to increase the cap on the state and local tax (SALT) deduction.