Constituents derail Republican rep’s town hall after he promoted Trump’s legislation

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9 Jul 2026 • 4:33 AM MYT
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Constituents derail Republican rep’s town hall after he promoted Trump’s legislation

  • Republican Rep. Mike Flood of Nebraska faced significant backlash and jeers from constituents during a recent town hall in Bellevue.
  • Audience members strongly opposed Flood's promotion of the One Big Beautiful Bill and his justification for cuts to benefit programs like food stamps.
  • Constituents booed and shouted when Flood discussed adding eligibility requirements to Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
  • Flood defended the president and his policies, though he also acknowledged some disagreements, such as confirming birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment.
  • This town hall continues a pattern of tense and confrontational public meetings for Flood, who has consistently faced critical constituents since his election in 2022.

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