United States Representative from Nebraska since 2022
Meet the candidates: Where Flood, Backemeyer stand on the farm bill: Here's where Republican Rep. Mike Flood and Democratic challenger Chris Backemeyer stand on ...
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How Iran war votes in Congress became a focal point for campaign ad attacks: Democrats and aligned advocacy groups are hitting the airwaves with a flood of ...
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Mike Flood and Chris Backemeyer clashed over the war in Iran, tariffs and affordability during their only debate before the Nov. 3 election ... Show more
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GOP rep on AI: ‘Let’s get on top of it’: GOP Rep. Mike Flood (Neb.) said Sunday the federal government should implement artificial intelligence safeguards to ...
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GOP rep: Priority ‘needs to be the military,’ not $5K checks: GOP Rep. Mike Flood (Neb.) said Sunday he supports providing the Pentagon with more funding amid ...
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Nebraska's 1st Congressional District will get a Flood-Backemeyer debate after all
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House Republican: ‘Prices are too high’: Rep. Mike Flood (R-Neb.) on Sunday agreed prices are too high, adding that it’s an issue constituents raise with him ...
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Congress' disappearing town halls: Rep. Mike Flood is among the dwindling number of lawmakers who still regularly subject themselves to the traditional ...
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The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee has, for the first time in two decades, identified a Nebraska House contest outside of Omaha as worthy of ... Show more
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MAGA Representative Drowned Out by Boos at His Own Town Hall: Representative Mike Flood tried to defend Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” and cuts to ...
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In today's Public Pulse, readers weigh in on Dan Osborn's Senate campaign, socialist candidates on the ballot this fall, teachers union endorsements ... Show more
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In today's Public Pulse, readers weigh in on Brett Lindstom's entry into the governor's race, Rep. Mike Flood's approach toward President ... Show more
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Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh responded to a question from Rep. Mike Flood, Republican of Nebraska, on the importance of an independent Federal Reserve ... Show more
Key FactsWarsh Unveils Major Fed Reforms to End Inflation Burden
Jul 14, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnbc.com
- Kevin Warsh calls inflation an unfair burden and urges a ‘regime change’ in Federal Reserve policy.
- Five task forces have been established to review the Fed’s communication, technology, and inflation frameworks.
- Warsh denounces the prior flexible average inflation targeting policy as a mistake that caused excessive inflation.
- The U.S. economy remains resilient, driven by accelerating investments mainly in AI-related infrastructure.
"It has been a tax on the American people and businesses. We plan on getting rid of that tax," he said. "That means we need a regime change in policy, and we need new consideration of practices, some of which have been working, some of which haven't."— Kevin Warsh, Federal Reserve Chairman, remarks for delivery to separate congressional panels
In a World-Herald op-ed, Rep. Mike Flood writes about the bipartisan housing bill that he helped craft. ⤵️ Find a link to the story in the comments.Cristopher Sanchez, Dylan Cease appreciate All-Star Game stage
Mike Flood said he expects the bipartisan housing reform bill passed by Congress to become law, even though Trump said he won't sign it until election ... Show more
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‘Slush fund for crooks’: GOP lawmaker faces criticism over ‘anti-weaponization’ fund, Epstein files and Trump at town hall
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“Slush Fund for Crooks”: Republican Town Hall Goes Off the Rails: Representative Mike Flood had a tough time in his town hall, as voters pressed him on what ...
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GOP Rep Heckled at Trainwreck Town Hall as Trump Backlash Boils Over: Mike Flood faced yet another bruising session with his constituents.
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GOP Lawmaker Defends MAGA Slush Fund — But Only For Specific Groups Of Americans — After Fiery Town Hall
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Rep. Mike Flood (R-NE) said at a town hall on Tuesday that he doesn't want any money from the Justice Department's $1 ... Show more
Austin Ahlman, a 28-year-old progressive journalist and Nebraska native is challenging Rep. Mike Flood, R-Neb., and Democrat Chris Backemeyer ... Show more
Emulating Dan Osborn, Nebraska Independent Targets Corporate Greed in US House Run
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Backemeyer wins Democratic primary in Nebraska’s 1st District race, will face Flood
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Flood breaks with Trump administration on using force to take Greenland, weighs in on Venezuela
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President Trump endorses Nebraska Congressmen Mike Flood and Adrian Smith ahead of 2026 election
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He confronted GOP Rep. Mike Flood at raucous town hall. Now, he's running for his seat
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OpinionTown halls are part of the job: Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, speaks during the annual Ashley’s BBQ Bash fundraiser for Rep. Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa ...
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GOP Rep Says Trump Budget Shuttering Rural Hospitals Isn’t a Big Deal: Instead, rural communities will just have to deal with it, according to Representative ...
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It was a summer of fiery town halls as attendees clashed over Trump, immigration, Gaza and Medicaid
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“You Sold Us Out!”: Elise Stefanik Drowned Out by Booing Crowd: Donald Trump’s erstwhile nominee for U.N. ambassador could barely get a word in over the furious ...
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Key FactsElise Stefanik Faces Hostile Crowd in Home District
Aug 19, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Elise Stefanik encountered loud protests during a ceremony honoring a late local official in her New York district.
- Protesters condemned her backing of Trump’s agenda and her absence from constituent meetings, demanding more accountability.
- Stefanik labeled the disruptions as politically motivated attacks on a non-political event meant to honor a public servant.
- The backlash reflects local concerns about federal budget cuts threatening rural healthcare services in the North Country area.
It is a disgusting disgrace that this is what the far left does, rather than understanding that his family has been through a tremendous amount. It was about honoring his legacy.— Elise Stefanik after the event where she was heckled by protesters.
It was a summer of fiery town halls as attendees clashed over Trump, immigration, Gaza and Medicaid
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OpinionTrump didn’t send help on Jan. 6, but now he orders the military to D.C.? | Friendly Fire
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Nebraska Republican is shouted down by a hostile crowd at a town hall: How voters receive the law could go a long way to determine whether Republicans keep power ...
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Key FactsNebraska Congressman Faces Hostile Town Hall Crowd
Aug 5, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Mike Flood defended legislation aimed at protecting Medicaid but was met with significant opposition from the audience.
- The bill passed without any Democratic votes and may impact Republican control in next year's midterms.
- The meeting included loud interruptions and pointed questions on immigration, education, and federal layoffs.
- Flood described the confrontations as a normal part of democracy, emphasizing listening and respectful communication.
I believe Congressman Flood listened in a socially appropriate way.— Mary Ells, a retired Lincoln teacher and school administrator who expressed concerns to Flood about her grandchildren’s future.
Nebraska's Mike Flood got an earful from voters. He's still standing by Trump's agenda
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As Republicans face voters during tense town halls, it's about sticking to the script
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Republican Town Halls Turned Ugly. One Congressman Kept Doing Them Anyway.: Representative Mike Flood of Nebraska on why town halls are an American tradition ...
nytimes.com/2025/08/18/podcasts/the-daily/republican-town-halls-mike-flood.html
Republican Town Hall ERUPTS After Audience Asks, ‘Why Are You Covering Up the Epstein Files?’
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Republican Congressman Mike Flood, from Nebraska, held a town hall on Monday that led to crowds booing and shouting over him ... Show more
Trump wields influence over GOP and keeps potential successors vying for his favor
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Nebraska Republican booed over Medicaid cuts during town hall: Rep. Mike Flood (R-Neb.) was interrupted by boos and chants of “tax the rich” while defending the ...
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GOP Rep. Mike Flood of Nebraska Angrily Confronted by Crowd During Town Hall: Republican Congressmember Mike Flood of Nebraska faced boos and jeers during a town ...
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While speaking at a town hall, Rep. Mike Flood said that he was all for releasing the Epstein files. He was confronted by an audience member ... Show more
Rep. Mike Flood was heckled during a Nebraska town hall as he responded to questions about releasing more information on Jeffrey Epstein ... Show more
During a heated town hall for Nebraska GOP Rep. Mike Flood, Rosina Paolini slammed him for not responding to her emails and addressing the issues that his ... Show more
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'That's about how it's going': Nicolle Wallace reacts to angry GOP town hall
Nicolle Wallace and Matt Dowd discuss Republican Rep ... Show more
Rep. Flood says Trump's bill 'will get through this' amid some GOP objections in House
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The House gave a final "yes" to President Donald Trump's big bill on Thursday, with the vast majority of House Republicans in support of the ... Show more
@nicollewallace reports on the intense questioning Rep. Mike Flood, R-Neb., received at a recent town hall. At one point, Flood even conceded he did not read a ... Show more
Here Are The Republicans Changing Their Minds About Trump’s Policy Bill: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., said she won’t vote for the bill again if the Senate ...
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Members of Congress face frustrations over the Trump agenda from voters at home: Lawmakers have been in their home districts this week answering tough questions ...
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Nebraska Republican interrogated over GOP megabill during tense town hall: Rep. Mike Flood (R-Neb.) was interrogated over the GOP’s “big, beautiful bill” during ...
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Crowds boo House Republicans at town halls over Trump's 'big, beautiful bill': Reps. Mike Flood and Ashley Hinson faced constituents back home Wednesday.
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Republican Town Hall Erupts After Damning Confession on Budget Bill: Representative Mike Flood sparked fury after telling his constituents more about his vote on ...
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Nebraska's Mike Flood Is Latest GOP Rep. To Face Angry Crowds Back Home: Only minutes in to a town hall, a cacophany of jeers, boos and angry demands for answers ...
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Key FactsRepublican Town Halls Face Rising Protest Pressure
Mar 19, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
- Nebraska Republican Mike Flood encountered chants of 'tax the rich' during a town hall in Columbus attended by about 380 people.
- The meeting featured strong opposition to budget cuts by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency and concerns about Social Security and Trump’s stance on the Ukraine conflict.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson recently advised GOP members to cease hosting town halls, citing their use as platforms for organized protesters.
- The hostile atmosphere at these events may prompt more Republicans to end or more tightly control public meetings.
I am your Congressman. I am here to listen to you as much as I am anybody else. What I would ask tonight is that we talk to each other as Americans. We don't have Republican problems. We don't have Democrat problems. We have American problems.— Mike Flood during a town hall meeting in Columbus, Nebraska.
Elon Says He’s ‘Never Done Anything Harmful.’ Americans Disagree: Elon Musk claimed in a Fox News interview that he has “never done anything harmful ...
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While Republicans currently control both chambers of Congress, they’ve been losing control of their events back home.
@LisaDNews attended one of the only town ... Show more
GOP Rep Triggers Town Hall Fury by Saying: ‘I Support Elon Musk’: Rep. Mike Flood (R-NE) was booed relentlessly for his support for Elon Musk and his criticism ...
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Paid articlePaywallInside a heated town hall where a Nebraska Republican faced backlash over Trump's policies
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GOP lawmakers booed at town halls defend hosting events despite advice from leaders
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IN THE ‘DOGE’ HOUSE: Rep. Mike Flood (R-NE) faces jeers as he highlights the work Elon Musk and DOGE are doing to restore a “balanced budget” to the government.
How Donald Trump is implementing Steve Bannon's strategy of "flooding the zone with shit"
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Republicans are in their honeymoon phase. But big clashes over Trump's agenda are unresolved.
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