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Man escorted out of town hall after shouting profanity at Congressman Edwards

During a town hall in Asheville, North Carolina, U.S. Representative Chuck Edwards faced vocal disruptions from attendees who expressed dissatisfaction with the Trump administration's policies and the local impacts of recent storms, according to several sources.
Edwards responded to questions about job cuts at the Department of Veterans Affairs and U.S. Support for Ukraine, stating he wanted to engage with constituents despite disagreements, which received standing ovations from the audience.
After the event, Edwards stated that he believes the feedback he received reflects what Americans sent him to Washington to address.
House Speaker Mike Johnson suggested Republicans avoid town halls due to demonstrations, which he described as organized by 'professional protesters.

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