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Congressman Demands Answers in Peanut the Squirrel Raid
Republican Congressman Nick Langworthy has joined forces with other New York delegates to seek answers from Governor Kathy Hochul and the Department of Environmental Conversation (DEC) regarding the controversial raid that resulted in the death of Peanut the squirrel.
Langworthy expressed concern about the government’s overreach, stating that the raid was an excessive response to a situation involving a raccoon and a squirrel in a private home. He plans to question the authorization and reasons behind the warrant issued for the raid.
The congressman believes that the DEC director, who is Governor Hochul’s appointee, is accountable for providing a clear explanation for the raid. He emphasized the need for Governor Hochul to address these concerns promptly.
Langworthy’s statement aligns with the legal action being pursued by Peanut’s owners, who believe their civil rights were violated during the raid. The congressman and his colleagues are determined to investigate the matter and hold those responsible accountable.