New York lawmakers are weighing in on former President Donald Trump's recent election speech, in which he made unsubstantiated claims about widespread voter fraud and election irregularities. The speech, delivered in a packed conference room in Philadelphia, was met with swift condemnation from many, including New York Governor Kathy Hochul, who called it "a sad and pathetic attempt to undermine our democracy." Meanwhile, some Republican lawmakers in the Empire State are defending Trump's remarks, arguing that they are simply exercising their right to free speech. As the nation continues to grapple with the aftermath of the 2020 presidential election, the reaction from New York's lawmakers offers a glimpse into the ongoing partisan divide over election integrity and the role of social media in shaping public discourse.
N.Y. lawmakers react to Trump's election speech Spectrum News NY1
