EC Nebraska News

Rep. Don Bacon, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Nebraska's 2nd district, recently took to social media to discuss matters of trade and fiscal responsibility. Bacon has been a Congressional representative since 2017, succeeding Brad Ashford. Born in 1963 in Momence, Illinois, Bacon now resides in Papillion and holds degrees from Northern Illinois University and the University of Phoenix.

On April 16, 2025, Bacon tweeted his support for free and fair trade, emphasizing its role in providing quality products efficiently and affordably. In his tweet, he thanked Adam for his letter, and stated, "I believe in free & fair trade because it provides the best products at the best price & in the most efficient manner possible. We cannot ignore countries who don't play by the rules while selling their products here."

Later that day, on the same social media platform, Bacon expressed concerns about balancing the federal budget at the expense of those depending on benefits for health and economic security. His post on April 16, 2025, stated, "Balancing the federal budget must not come at the expense of those who depend on these benefits for their health and economic security."

Another tweet made by Bacon on April 16, 2025, featured only a link, with no additional context provided. The tweet simply read, "https://t.co/aC0KnWayUr"

Don Bacon is a key political figure with a strong stance on trade and fiscal policies, continuing to represent Nebraska’s 2nd District with a focus on efficient governance.