Flood launches 2026 reelection campaign, highlighting past achievements
Congressman Mike Flood launched his reelection campaign for Nebraska's First Congressional District, touting tax cuts, border security funding, and plans to address affordable housing
COLUMBUS, Neb. — Congressman Mike Flood officially launched his campaign for reelection to Nebraska's First Congressional District this past Sunday, emphasizing past accomplishments and future goals during a stop in Columbus.
Flood highlighted what he considers key achievements, including tax cuts, border security measures, and efforts to curb reckless spending.
"We just delivered the largest tax cut in American history," Flood stated, noting that Americans have already seen 15.4% higher refunds this year. He also pointed to real wage increases in Nebraska, claiming an additional $10,300 in take-home pay, and expressed pride in initiatives like eliminating taxes on tips, overtime, and Social Security.
The Congressman underscored his vote for $46.5 billion in border security funding, contrasting it with what he described as efforts by some across the aisle to defund such measures.
"I voted for funding to enforce our immigration laws," Flood asserted, adding that border crossings are at a fifty-year low as a result. Flood also noted a decrease in the national deficit over the past four months and his vote for a historic rescission package. "We identified billions and billions of dollars in reckless spending, and we took it right out of the budget," Flood said.
Building on his 2022 campaign priorities, Flood announced his intention to introduce a bill aimed at addressing affordable housing. "The median age for homeowners today is 40," Flood noted, highlighting the increasing cost of housing. He mentioned that a house built in Columbus in 2019 for $250,000 now costs $450,000.
Flood recently co-authored a bill with Democratic counterparts to tackle the housing dilemma, urging Senate approval and presidential endorsement.
"This bill is going to make a $250,000 two-garage home, three bedrooms possible under $300,000," Flood explained. He added that the bill would eliminate the need for environmental studies and Section Three requirements for federal money allocated to communities and states.
With no primary challenger, Flood is set to face Democrats Eric Moyer and Chris Backemeyer. He expressed confidence that his local roots make him the most qualified candidate.
Flood is scheduled to make additional campaign stops on Wednesday, February 18th, and Thursday, February 19th.