President Joe Biden delivered the State of the Union address Thursday night in Washington and Congresswoman Claudia Tenney told Finger Lakes News Radio’s Ted Baker on Friday’s “FLX Morning” it was the “worst State of the Union speech she has ever seen.”
Rep. Tenney said the President refused to provide solutions to the myriad of problems plaguing communities across NY-24. You can hear her entire interview from Friday morning here
Rep. Nick Langworthy, who represents NY-23, which includes Schuyler and Steuben counties released this statement regarding the State of the Union speech:
“Instead of bringing our nation together, President Biden’s State of the Union address was nothing more than a divisive campaign speech. He failed to take ownership of his disastrous policies and instead tried to place the blame on House Republicans. He single-handedly created a crisis at our borders, crushed our economy, crippled the American energy sector, plunged us deeper into debt, enabled violent crime in our major cities, and made it harder to raise a family or own a business in the United States. Americans deserve a better leader than Joe Biden.”
Governor Kathy Hochul also released a statement on the State of the Union:
“President Biden’s State of the Union was rooted in his optimistic vision for our future — one that uplifts working and middle-class families that have built our nation — and paints a stark contrast to those trying to divide the country and set us back. Under his leadership, we have seen historically low unemployment and record-high job creation, unprecedented investment in our infrastructure and industries of the future, and bold protection of women’s right to make their own choices about their bodies.
“I applaud President Biden for his support of Ukraine, defense of democracy, and his demand for common sense solutions to secure our border. The President presented his plan to secure our border and create legal pathways for migrants and asylum seekers to work. Now, we need Republicans to stop blocking a bipartisan bill and address the migrant crisis that is overwhelming New York.
“President Biden also understands the high stakes if we don’t put an end to gun violence. After a tragedy too close to home, I passed strong gun laws to protect New Yorkers. But Republicans in Congress have refused to do the same. It’s time to put a stop to senseless gun violence.
“President Biden sent a clear message that Democrats are fighting for American families. I’m proud to continue working with his Administration to build a stronger, more prosperous New York.”
