Nebraska Congressman Opposes GOP Plan to Fund DHS in Parts

Rep. Mike Flood voices concerns over partial funding for Department of Homeland Security

Apr. 13, 2026 at 12:31am

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A dimly lit, cinematic painting of an empty government office or meeting room, with warm sunlight streaming in through a window and casting deep shadows across the room, conveying a sense of contemplation and unease about the political implications of homeland security funding.Congressman Flood's concerns over partial funding for the Department of Homeland Security reflect the delicate balance between political agendas and national security priorities.Lincoln Today

Representative Mike Flood, a Nebraska congressman, has expressed opposition to a recent GOP plan to fund the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in parts, rather than passing a full budget. Flood presented his concerns during a congressional report to the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce, highlighting the potential implications of this partial funding approach.

Why it matters

Funding the Department of Homeland Security is a critical issue, as the agency is responsible for protecting the nation's security and responding to various threats. Flood's opposition to the GOP's partial funding plan suggests concerns about the potential impact on the agency's ability to effectively carry out its duties.

The details

The GOP plan would involve funding the Department of Homeland Security in parts, rather than passing a full budget. Flood, who represents Nebraska, expressed his concerns about this approach during a congressional report to the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce, where he discussed the potential consequences of this partial funding strategy.

  • On April 13, 2026, Flood presented his congressional report to the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce.

The players

Rep. Mike Flood

A Nebraska congressman who has voiced opposition to the GOP's plan to fund the Department of Homeland Security in parts.

U.S. Department of Homeland Security

The federal agency responsible for protecting the nation's security and responding to various threats.

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What they’re saying

“I'm excited to see trade at the forefront of the president's agenda.”

— Rep. Mike Flood, Nebraska Congressman

The takeaway

Flood's opposition to the GOP's partial funding plan for the Department of Homeland Security highlights the importance of providing the agency with the necessary resources to effectively carry out its critical mission of protecting the nation's security.