US EditionNebraska Republican booed over Medicaid cuts during town hall
LINCOLN, NEBRASKA, AUG 4 – Constituents opposed Rep. Flood's support for Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act,' citing concerns over Medicaid work requirements and cuts to food assistance programs, with 700+ attendees voicing dissent.
- During a Monday evening town hall in Lincoln, Nebraska, on August 4, 2025, constituents voiced opposition with boos and chants of 'vote him out' as Flood faced chaos.
- The uproar followed passage of the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act,' which combines tax cuts, reduces Medicaid and food assistance, and mandates childless adults aged 19 to 64 work 80 hours monthly to retain Medicaid.
- During the heated town hall, over 700 people chanted 'TAX THE RICH' as Flood responded, 'We do not have unlimited money in the United States,' prompting further shouts.
- Flood said he will continue engaging with constituents, with additional town halls scheduled in the coming months, despite the heated atmosphere.
- Amid looming 2026 midterm elections, Flood's handling of the town hall may shape his political future in Nebraska's 1st Congressional District.
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