Nicole Malliotakis, U.S. Representative for New York’s 11th district, used her official social media account on October 9, 2025, to comment on national and local political issues, including former President Donald Trump’s role in Middle East diplomacy, congestion pricing in New York, and the ongoing government shutdown.
In a post on October 9, 2025, Malliotakis praised former President Trump’s efforts in the Middle East, stating, “In his first term, @POTUS Trump was the architect of the historic Abraham Accords. Now, once again, he’s bringing peaceful solutions to the Middle East — the only world leader doing so. President Trump is a real dealmaker and leader and he’s not just negotiating an end to the https://t.co/70lgy0jO1C”.
Later that day, she criticized New York Governor Kathy Hochul and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) for their handling of congestion pricing and fare increases. On October 9, 2025, she wrote, “.@GovKathyHochul & the @MTA continue violating federal law with congestion pricing and, on top of it, are slapping commuters with a fare hike. Every federal dollar they receive must be scrutinized & a forensic audit must be completed! https://t.co/i2O3yLdhCn”.
In another post on the same date, Malliotakis addressed the ongoing government shutdown, referring to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer. She posted, “While @SenSchumer thinks it’s politically better for him, the reality is that if the #SchumerShutdown continues, it will mean missed paychecks, airport delays, reduced access to benefits and services. Families will struggle to make ends meet — causing pain for millions of https://t.co/bnw88t6TcK”.
Malliotakis has represented New York’s 11th district in Congress since 2021 after previously serving in the New York State Assembly from 2011 to 2021. She was born in New York City in 1980 and resides in Staten Island. Malliotakis holds degrees from Seton Hall University and Wagner College.
