Peter Oberacker addresses DHS shutdown and promotes legislative updates

State Senator Peter Oberacker, District 51
State Senator Peter Oberacker, District 51
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New York State Senator Peter Oberacker, a Republican and Conservative party member known for his work on rural issues and community service, has recently posted several updates on social media addressing legislative matters and national security concerns.

On March 10, 2026, Oberacker shared a post with a link: https://t.co/mebsOjqVgd.

The following day, March 11, 2026, he criticized federal lawmakers over the ongoing shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security. In his tweet, Oberacker stated: “25 days. That’s how long the Department of Homeland Secuirty has been shutdown thanks to reckless stonewalling from DC insiders like Phony Josh Riley. Terrorist attacks are rising nationwide, and Riley is blocking the funding needed to keep Americans safe. American lives are https://t.co/xWrx7GcK2H”.

Later that same day, Oberacker promoted his weekly radio appearance by posting: “Tune in every Thursday morning for my weekly legislative update on Bold Gold Media Group’s Ciliberto & Friends! 8:45 AM on Catskills News Talk 92.5 & 94.9FM https://t.co/GRjCAYmNbK”.

Peter Oberacker has received recognition for his contributions both in athletics—having been inducted into the SUNY Delhi Athletic Hall of Fame—and through volunteer work with organizations such as the C.H. Graham Hose Company (official website). As a state senator, he focuses on issues important to rural communities including emergency services, agriculture, broadband access, and infrastructure improvements. He also serves on key committees such as Agriculture, Finance, Higher Education, and Labor (official website).



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