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$4.2M for Two Helicopters? The Helicopters Were Already Delivered — and the Other Funders Aren't in the Post.
Why this matters in NY-23
Federal money for local public safety equipment is a routine and welcome thing. The Erie County Sheriff’s Office …
The Ridglan Beagle Settlement Was Reached in October 2025. His Letter Came in April 2026.
Why this matters in NY-23
When a Member of Congress claims credit for a public-policy outcome — especially one with broad sympathy like releasing …
Sugar Industry Pays for Congressional Trips to 'Build a Bench of Loyal Allies' — Langworthy's Office Took One
Why this matters in NY-23
NY-23 is an agricultural district. Decisions made by the U.S. House about commodity programs, crop insurance, biofuels, …
Telephone Town Halls: Same-Day Notice, Recurring Postponements, Selective Recordings
Why this matters in NY-23
Rep. Langworthy’s office has cited monthly telephone town halls as the principal mechanism for constituent engagement. …
$3M Earmark Press Conference. $3.5M Cut. Zero Statements.
Why this matters in NY-23
FeedMore WNY is the regional food bank serving Erie, Niagara, Cattaraugus, and Chautauqua counties — counties that are …
IDA Tax Breaks and Political Donors: A District-Wide Pattern
Why This Matters for NY-23
New York’s 16 Industrial Development Agencies (IDAs) in this district have collectively granted $776 million in …
Venezuela/Maduro: Supporting Arrest of Drug Trafficker While Defending Pardon of Another
Why This Matters for NY-23
Drug trafficking affects rural communities — opioids and other substances flow through areas with limited law enforcement …