Rep. Don Bacon, currently serving as the U.S. Congressman for Nebraska’s 2nd district, addressed issues related to congressional authority over tariffs and his ongoing commitment to his role in a series of posts on July 22, 2025.
In one post, Bacon referenced the Constitution’s assignment of tariff powers to Congress, stating: “Article I in the Constitution makes it clear Congress has tariff authority. What the President is doing is not emergency policy but policy changes. I think Congress should restore their authority over tariffs.” (July 22, 2025).
Bacon also commented on his tenure in office: “I have a year and a half left in this job and I’m going to make sure I run through the tape.” (July 22, 2025).
Addressing military infrastructure in Nebraska, he added: “Before we leave we’re going to make Offutt the Manhattan of military bases.” (July 22, 2025).
Don Bacon has represented Nebraska’s 2nd District since succeeding Brad Ashford in 2017. Born in Momence, Illinois in 1963 and currently residing in Papillion, Bacon graduated from Northern Illinois University with a BA in 1984 and later attended the University of Phoenix.
