Don Bacon, a Nebraska Republican, has publicly declared his refusal to follow his party “off the cliff,” marking a significant divergence from the prevailing trend within the GOP. His dissent is noteworthy, highlighting a dwindling number of Republicans willing to publicly challenge the party line. This open break suggests a potential departure from the Republican party altogether.
This statement, however, is met with considerable skepticism from various quarters. Many point to his past voting record, arguing that his actions haven’t consistently aligned with his recent pronouncements. Numerous instances are cited where Bacon seemingly voted in lockstep with the Trump agenda, undermining his claims of principled opposition.… Continue reading
Rep. Don Bacon confirmed a one-day pause in U.S. cyber operations against Russia during February 2024 negotiations to end the war in Ukraine, contradicting previous Pentagon denials. This pause, typical during such negotiations, was first reported by The Record and later confirmed by multiple U.S. officials to CBS News. The Pentagon’s subsequent denial, issued via its newly created rapid response X account, was labeled a lie by Rep. Eugene Vindman. Bacon’s statement marks the first on-the-record acknowledgment of the directive.
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Rep. Don Bacon confirmed a one-day pause in U.S. cyber operations against Russia in February 2024, during ongoing peace negotiations, contradicting previous Pentagon denials. This pause, while typical during diplomatic efforts, was described by sources as lacking specificity in its directive. The Pentagon’s subsequent statement denying any such pause has been criticized as misleading, highlighting a pattern of the department bypassing traditional media outlets and attacking critical reporting. Bacon’s testimony marks the first on-the-record acknowledgment of the directive.
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House Republicans face internal division over a bill to rename the Gulf of Mexico “Gulf of America,” with Rep. Don Bacon leading opposition citing the measure’s perceived frivolity. The bill, authored by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, necessitates federal agencies to update maps and documents accordingly. Despite GOP leadership expressing confidence in passage, the bill’s success hinges on minimal defections within the party given anticipated Democratic opposition. The White House’s involvement in a related dispute with the Associated Press further complicates the issue.
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Representative Don Bacon, a Nebraska Republican, opposes President Trump’s recent tariffs, arguing that past Republican support for protectionist trade policies contributed to the Great Depression. He supports bipartisan Senate legislation, the “Trade Review Act of 2025,” which would require congressional approval for new tariffs and limit the president’s unilateral tariff authority. Bacon will introduce a House companion bill, aiming to restore Congress’s constitutional role in setting trade policy. The bill faces an uphill battle in the House, but has garnered some support from Republican members.
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