New York Rep. Mike Lawler blasts Chuck Schumer for being ‘completely full of s–t’ over support for congestion pricing

New York GOP Rep. Mike Lawler criticized Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for his endorsement of New York City’s contentious congestion pricing plan, labeling the Democrat as “full of s–t.”

Lawler’s comments came in response to a video posted by Schumer on social media, where he referred to Republican lawmakers as “crazy” for suggesting a measure that would impose annual fees on all vehicles, including a $20 surcharge on passenger cars.

“Of all the crazy things Republicans want to do, now they want a car tax?!” Schumer exclaimed in the video posted on X.

The proposal also includes a $200 annual registration fee for electric car owners and a $100 yearly cost for hybrid vehicles, as reported by Politico.

Lawler took to social media to criticize Schumer’s stance, pointing out the hypocrisy in his critique considering his support for the divisive tolling program that charges drivers entering Manhattan below 60th Street a $9 fee.

“I’m against the car tax. I’m also against congestion pricing, which you support!” Lawler stated in a post on X.

He further highlighted the disparity in costs, noting that the proposed car tax would be $20 per year compared to congestion pricing, which could amount to over $2,500 annually for some drivers.

The congressman didn’t mince words, calling Schumer “completely full of s–t.”

The congestion pricing program, aimed at reducing traffic congestion on New York City’s busiest streets and generating $15 billion in revenue for MTA capital projects, went into effect in January.

Passenger cars are required to pay $9 during peak hours and $2.25 during other times to enter Manhattan below 60th Street, while small trucks face a $14.40 charge and larger trucks $21.60.

Those without an E-ZPass incur higher fees.

Although the Biden administration approved the congestion tax as part of a Department of Transportation pilot program, former President Trump strongly opposed it and took legal action to abolish it.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul received warnings from the Trump administration that the state would lose federal funding for road construction projects if she continued to defy orders to halt the tolls.