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Rep. Don Bacon, currently serving as the U.S. Congressman for Nebraska’s 2nd district, has shared his thoughts on energy security and public opinion on social media. The tweets, dated June 5, 2025, highlight key issues concerning international relations and domestic policies.

In a tweet posted at 3:15 PM UTC, Bacon emphasizes the importance of not underestimating the intentions of potential adversaries like China. He states, "We tend to exaggerate the enemy’s capabilities but underestimate their intentions." He further stresses the necessity for alternative energy sources given China's capacity to disrupt energy supplies if diplomatic tensions escalate.

Later that day at 3:54 PM UTC, Bacon addressed domestic policy by referencing a poll indicating significant support among Americans for work requirements in Medicaid programs. He notes that "72% of Americans support work requirements for able-bodied adults without young children," while criticizing National and Nebraskan Democratic leaders for opposing such measures and resisting efforts to exclude illegal or ineligible individuals from Medicaid benefits.

Don Bacon has been a member of Congress since 2017 after replacing Brad Ashford. Born in Momence, Illinois in 1963, he now resides in Papillion and holds degrees from Northern Illinois University and the University of Phoenix.