US EditionCongressman Michael Baumgartner met with opposition at Spokane town hall
- Congressman Michael Baumgartner faced protests at a Spokane town hall on February 5, 2025, caused by radical activists who disrupted the event by buying tickets.
- Baumgartner expressed concern that conservative voices were excluded and emphasized his commitment to hear from all constituents.
- Protesters attempted to overshadow legitimate discussions, as noted by Baumgartner, who expressed a desire for civil debate.
- During the meeting, outbursts interrupted presentations, with attendees voicing frustration over a lack of rebuttal.
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Crowd demands answers from U.S. Rep. Baumgartner at Ritzville town hall event
(The Center Square) – Out-of-towners outnumbered local residents at the 5th Congressional District town hall meeting held Monday morning in Ritzville. When asked to estimate the percentage of locals among
'Shame!' Republican deluged with boos as he urges town hall attendees to 'remain calm'
Yet another Republican congressman found himself under fire at a contentious town hall event, with one constituent standing up and saying "shame" and attendees raining down boos.Rep. Mike Flood held a town hall on Tuesday — which Republican leadership has advised against amid President Donald Trump'...
'Unhinged lunatics': Rep. Baumgartner says activists planed to disrupt Spokane town hall
What was supposed to be a thoughtful Spokane town hall turned into an angry protest on Monday. And Congressman Michael Baumgartner (R-Spokane) says he knows why. Baumgartner explained that while he appreciates the community involvement in town halls, Monday’s event was derailed by radical activists who planned their disruptions. “I like doing town halls,” Baumgartner explained to “The Jason Rantz Show” on KTTH. “I believe in them. As I always sa…
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