News12 New York
Where to Watch
Download the App
Local
Crime
Weather
beWell
The East End
Crime Files

Congressman Pat Ryan responds to vandalism at Newburgh office

Pictures show the words "war criminal" and "cease fire now" painted on his office windows.

News 12 Staff

Dec 26, 2023, 7:04 AM

Updated

Share:

More Stories

Rep. Pat Ryan (D-18) is responding to vandalism at his Newburgh office.

Pictures show the words "war criminal" and "cease fire now" painted on his office windows.

In a statement, Ryan highlighted the importance of free speech in democracy but emphasized that vandalizing federal property is not a form of free speech and does not contribute to lasting peace.

Ryan encouraged constituents to peacefully voice their opinions, including reaching out to his office.

More Stories

More From News12

App StoreGoogle Play Store

info

Newsletter

Send Photos/Videos

Contact

About Us

News Team

News 12 New York

follow us

Twitter

Facebook

Instagram

more resources

Optimum Corporate

Optimum Service

Advertise on News 12

Careers

Content Removal Policy

© 2026 N12N, LLC

Privacy Policy

Terms of Service

Ad Choices