Republican lawmakers response to constituents' concerns

SOURCE heartlandsignal.com
U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga (R-MI) prefers constituents to stop calling his office and believes most support President Trump's actions. Republican lawmakers facing backlash for budget cuts to safety net programs like Medicaid and SNAP.

Key Points

  • Huizenga prefers inquiries shared directly on his website
  • Chairman of NRCC, Richard Hudson, advised against holding town halls due to potential worsening protests

Pros

  • Huizenga believes most constituents support President Trump's actions
  • Republican lawmakers are attempting to deflect accountability for budget cuts

Cons

  • Requesting constituents to stop calling his office may be seen as avoiding accountability
  • Chairman of NRCC advised GOP lawmakers to stop holding town halls