Rep. Mike Flood, U.S. Congressman representing Nebraska’s 1st district since 2022, recently addressed topics ranging from government policy to local industry and congressional camaraderie in a series of social media posts.
On August 15, 2025, Flood commented on economic policy and public sector proposals by stating, “Government-run grocery stores are a radical socialist fantasy that working Americans don’t want. Joined @FoxBusiness to talk this, the economy, and more https://t.co/bwneOuqnWZ”.
Later that day, he spoke about advancements in sustainable fuels at an event in Ashland. In his post, he wrote, “Honored to address today’s Sustainable Aviation Fuels Conference in Ashland – we are on the cusp of the next great biofuels revolution and Nebraska is uniquely positioned to lead the way. Thanks to everyone who joined! https://t.co/YnNc8Jz0o5”.
On August 16, 2025, Flood extended birthday wishes to a fellow congressman: “Happy birthday to my good friend and colleague @RepDonBacon. Thank you for your dedicated service to Nebraska and our nation! https://t.co/PnUDSBvuMN”.
Flood has served as the representative for Nebraska’s 1st District since replacing Jeff Fortenberry in 2022. Before joining Congress, he was a member of the Nebraska State Legislature from 2007 to 2013. Born in Omaha in 1975 and currently residing in Norfolk at age 48, Flood graduated with a BA from the University of Notre Dame in 1997 and earned his JD from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2001.
