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Rep. Don Bacon, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Nebraska's 2nd district, shared his thoughts on various topics through social media on January 27, 2025. His posts reflect on historical events, local traditions, and national defense.

In a post commemorating a significant historical event, Rep. Bacon reminded his followers of the importance of remembering past atrocities. He stated, "Eighty years ago today, Auschwitz was liberated, and we must never forget the six million Jewish victims and the survivors." This message highlights the ongoing need to remember and learn from history.

Later in the day, Rep. Bacon discussed a long-standing tradition for Nebraskans in Washington D.C., known as the "Nebraska Breakfast." He noted that "The 'Nebraska Breakfast' in DC has been going for 82 years and is open to Nebraskans who are visiting DC or those with connections to Nebraska." Bacon also mentioned his personal connection to this event from his time in the Air Force and encouraged constituents to participate by contacting his office.

On the same evening, Rep. Bacon commented on an address by former President Trump to GOP House members regarding national defense strategies. He quoted Trump saying “We are going to restore our nation’s defense. We will build an iron dome missile defense system that protects America.” This reflects discussions within political circles about strengthening national security measures.