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Republican Rep. Mike Flood faces criticism over Trump policies at Nebraska town hall

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Republican Rep. Mike Flood faces criticism over Trump policies at Nebraska town hall

Republican U.S. Representative Mike Flood of Nebraska faced intense scrutiny during a town hall meeting in Norfolk, where constituents repeatedly challenged him over his support for policies associated with President Donald Trump. The event, reported by NOTUS and CNN, highlighted growing frustration among attendees regarding federal spending priorities, foreign policy issues, and domestic economic concerns. Voters confronted Flood on a range of topics, including a controversial $1.8 billion Department of Justice compensation program that critics described as a “weaponization slush fund,” as well as broader concerns about rising food and gas prices. Some attendees questioned how the federal government could justify spending on projects such as White House renovations, immigration enforcement initiatives, and other large-scale infrastructure or security expenditures while everyday costs continued to rise for ordinary citizens. Flood was also pressed on foreign policy matters, including the Iran conflict, allegations related to President Trump’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein, and discussions about potential U.S. actions involving Greenland. In response, Flood rejected the idea of a U.S. invasion of Greenland and stated he would meet with the country’s ambassador in early June. Regarding the DOJ fund, he expressed skepticism and emphasized the need for congressional oversight before supporting any related measures. When questioned about the Epstein files, Flood argued that if any incriminating evidence involving Trump existed, it would have already been released by previous Department of Justice leadership. The town hall underscored increasing political tension, with CNN noting that similar confrontations may become more common as lawmakers return to their districts ahead of upcoming election cycles.

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Republican Rep. Mike Flood faces criticism over Trump policies at Nebraska town hall

📰 Original title: GOP lawmaker hammered with questions about Trump by angry town hall attendees

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Republican Rep. Mike Flood faces criticism over Trump policies at Nebraska town hall

Republican U.S. Representative Mike Flood of Nebraska faced intense scrutiny during a town hall meeting in Norfolk, where constituents repeatedly challenged him over his support for policies associated with President Donald Trump. The event, reported by NOTUS and CNN, highlighted growing frustration among attendees regarding federal spending priorities, foreign policy issues, and domestic economic concerns. Voters confronted Flood on a range of topics, including a controversial $1.8 billion Department of Justice compensation program that critics described as a “weaponization slush fund,” as well as broader concerns about rising food and gas prices. Some attendees questioned how the federal government could justify spending on projects such as White House renovations, immigration enforcement initiatives, and other large-scale infrastructure or security expenditures while everyday costs continued to rise for ordinary citizens. Flood was also pressed on foreign policy matters, including the Iran conflict, allegations related to President Trump’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein, and discussions about potential U.S. actions involving Greenland. In response, Flood rejected the idea of a U.S. invasion of Greenland and stated he would meet with the country’s ambassador in early June. Regarding the DOJ fund, he expressed skepticism and emphasized the need for congressional oversight before supporting any related measures. When questioned about the Epstein files, Flood argued that if any incriminating evidence involving Trump existed, it would have already been released by previous Department of Justice leadership. The town hall underscored increasing political tension, with CNN noting that similar confrontations may become more common as lawmakers return to their districts ahead of upcoming election cycles.

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EpiscoGrrl Apr 2, 2025

Yesterday was the #Episcopal Diocese of #Nebraska ‘s Day of Advocacy at the State Legislature. About 25 people, including our Bishop Scott Barker, Canon of the Ordinary, Liz Easton, multiple clergy, & lay persons from around the state gathered in #Lincoln to support LB 319 which would change provisions relating to SNAP benefits within the state. In particular this bill would correct a punitive measure stemming from the war on drugs of the 1990s that prohibits persons convicted of drug related offenses who had served their sentences or are currently on parole from receiving SNAP benefits. We met with 18 of our senators to urge them to support this bill and stop punishing families, especially children, for mistakes made by a single member of the family. This bill will not add to Nebraska’s budget, as SNAP is federally funded. It will, in the face of rising food costs, help & support families across the state, as well as helping reduce the chances of recidivism #DioNeb #NebraskaPolitics

John E Bartley III (D) K7AAY📎Mar 21, 2025

"TAX THE RICH!" Nebraska Rep. Mike Flood hears from Cornhuskers at his town hall yesterday https://youtu.be/wDz2byehquc?si=JZA1BNSDv5HikLDj&t=203 #DOUCHE #DOGE #Rethuglican #GOPQ #GQP #Congress #TownHall #NebraskaPolitics

Audience boos congressman over his explanation for health research cuts

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Christine LuBean Feb 11, 2025

🚨 Disability rights are under attack in 17 states! 🚨

There’s a lawsuit trying to get rid of Section 504, the law that protects disabled people in schools, workplaces, and public spaces. If they succeed, it means:

❌ Schools wouldn’t have to provide accommodations (no extra test time for ADHD, no wheelchair access, no diabetes care in class).
❌ Workplaces wouldn’t have to adjust for disabilities (no remote work, no flexible scheduling, no accessibility requirements).
❌ Public spaces could ignore accessibility needs (buildings, buses, and services wouldn’t have to be usable for disabled people).

📍 These 17 states are trying to gut 504 protections:
Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, West Virginia.

If you live in one of these states, contact your state reps & governor! If this lawsuit succeeds, other states could follow, or it could reach the Supreme Court and hurt everyone.

More details here: https://dredf.org/protect-504/

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Texas v. Kennedy (formerly Texas v. Becerra): What it is and How You Can Help Stop the Attack on Section 504 | DREDF

This page explains what the lawsuit Texas v. Kennedy (previously Texas v. Becerra) is, how Texas v. Kennedy threatens Section 504, and why Section 504 is important. Learn what you can do to help protect 504.

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MJ Muse Oct 12, 2024

Just thirsty for a change': This deep-red state is poised to oust its 2-term GOP senator
Democrats are becoming increasingly bullish on ousting Sen. Deb Fischer (R-Nebraska). The two-term Republican was thought to be a lock for reelection but is now facing stiff competition

#VoteBlueDownBallot #NebraskaPolitics
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'Just thirsty for a change': This deep-red state is poised to oust its 2-term GOP senator

Control of the U.S. Senate will likely come down to just a handful of states out of the more than 30 states with Senate races in November. But one reliably Republican state has a much closer contest than expected.TIME Magazine reported that Democrats are becoming increasingly bullish on ousting Sen....

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Dave Thacker Sep 24, 2024

https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/09/23/state-sen-mike-mcdonnell-deflates-gop-hopes-for-nebraska-winner-take-all-in-2024/

The Blue 🔵 is holding. #vote !
#NebraskaPolitics #bluedot #Omaha

State Sen. Mike McDonnell deflates GOP hopes for Nebraska winner-take-all in 2024 • Nebraska Examiner

State Sen. Mike McDonnell announced he won't back the GOP push to change how Nebraska awards its Electoral College votes to winner-take-all.

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Solarbird

Feb 15, 2024

I don't suppose any of you are from or know people who live in Nebraska...? Anyway, this seems like a good bill to tell your legislators you support.

https://ieji.de/@DeniseGutzmer/111932411979519094

#nebraska #NebraskaPolitics

Denise G (@[email protected])

Four of Nebraska’s largest school districts use #debtcollectors to go after unpaid #lunchtabs An elementary school boy ate $194 worth of lunches at school in Lincoln. When his parents failed to pay the entire amount, the school district referred the rest, $53, to a private #debtcollectionagency that sued the boy’s parents. The #Nebraska Legislature is considering a bill that would ban the practice of sending unpaid school meal debts to collection firms. #NEleg https://flatwaterfreepress.org/four-of-nebraskas-largest-school-districts-use-debt-collectors-to-go-after-unpaid-lunch-tabs/

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