New York GOP backs Paladino in fight over ‘Islamophobic’ remarks

(The Center Square) — The New York Republican Party is backing embattled New York City Councilwoman Vickie Palladino’s legal fight against democrats over claims she violated ethics laws by making “Islamophobic” statements.

In a statement, New York State Republican Party chairman Ed Cox said the party “stands unequivocally” with Paladino “in her fight against the radical New York City Council’s political and vindictive charges.”

“Islamophobia’ is a term used to browbeat the weak into submission to distract from the very real threat of Islamic extremism,” Cox said. “Vickie Paladino is not weak – hers is a powerful voice for truth and moral clarity in an era when too many Democrats – especially Zohran Mamdani and his wife – make common cause with radical Islamic terrorists.”

Two weeks ago, the City Council’s standards and ethics committee voted to charge Paladino for remarks she’s made on social media over the past few months, criticizing newly appointed members of New York City Mayor Zo...