Republicans are increasingly avoiding in-person town halls in light of protests concerning DOGE cuts to the federal workforce and other policies from the Trump administration. House Speaker Mike Johnson suggested that protests are orchestrated by liberal donors and may not be genuine. Meanwhile, NRCC Chair Richard Hudson advised lawmakers against holding such meetings, likening the current atmosphere to that of 2017, anticipating more intense protests. Republicans are considering telephone town halls and other alternative engagement methods to connect with constituents without facing backlash directly.
House Speaker Mike Johnson asserted that the protests at town halls are orchestrated by liberal donors like George Soros, affecting Republican engagement.
Richard Hudson cautioned Republican members to avoid in-person town halls altogether due to increasing tensions and suggested alternative engagement formats.
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