Rep. Mike Lawler slams Gov. Hochul's 'gimmick' stance on NY Con Ed rate hikes in vicious takedown: 'Fake and political'

The article discusses New York Representative Mike Lawler's criticism of Governor Kathy Hochul's response to the proposed Con Edison rate hikes. Lawler described Hochul's opposition to the rate increases as a "gimmick" and politically motivated, especially since she had previously supported similar hikes. He accused her of engaging in "fake outrage" to appeal to voters, pointing out that her administration had approved significant rate increases in the past. Lawler's comments were part of a broader critique of what he perceives as inconsistent and politically driven energy policies by the state's leadership. He emphasized the need for a more coherent energy strategy that doesn't burden consumers with higher costs under the guise of environmental or infrastructural improvements.

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