LINCOLN— U.S. Rep. Mike Flood faced a sometimes hostile crowd during a town hall in Norfolk, Nebraska, where constituents questioned him on issues including medical marijuana, the economy, President Donald Trump, and a new federal “anti-weaponization” fund. Despite boos and interruptions, Flood said he remains committed to holding in-person town halls and believes elected officials should engage directly with voters.

Flood highlighted his bipartisan work in Congress and recent housing legislation while acknowledging concerns about rising prices. He also drew attention for opposing payments to Jan. 6 participants from the federal fund and reiterating his opposition to medical marijuana, even while saying Nebraska’s voter-approved law should be enforced.

As Flood seeks another term in Nebraska’s 1st Congressional District, he faces challenges from Democratic candidate Chris Backemeyer and potential independent candidate Austin Ahlman. Both have argued that voter frustration over economic issues could make the race more competitive heading into the November election.

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