He has been a critic of President Trump, and has been part of several
efforts to push back against White Houseactions, such as the rescinding of
DACA protection for immigrants brought into the United States illegally as children.
Central New York's other House member, Rep. John Katko, has opposed
efforts by Republicans to end the
DACA program, saying he sees no reason «to retroactively punish those who have already come forward under the
protection granted by the president.»