Osborn speaks on national issues in Nebraska village
More than 30 people gathered at a volunteer fire hall Saturday in Verdigre, despite near 100-degree heat, to hear from U.S. Senate candidate Dan Osborn.
VERDIGRE, Neb. — More than 30 people gathered at a volunteer fire hall Saturday in Verdigre, despite near 100-degree heat, to hear from U.S. Senate candidate Dan Osborn.
During the town hall, Osborn discussed a range of issues as he prepares for a potential run against Pete Ricketts, with much of the conversation focused on national policy and its impact on Nebraskans. Topics included foreign policy, federal spending, and the role of government workers during ongoing political disputes.
On foreign policy, Osborn said he believes the United States should take a more limited role in overseas conflicts, while still recognizing the complexity of global tensions.
“The U.S. should not be involved in this conflict in Iran,” Osborn said. “Look, I also understand Iran should not have a nuclear weapon, but we were in a nuclear deal with Iran, and we pulled out of in 2018, where we had inspectors go in there and make sure Iran was only enriching uranium for power, needs, not for warheads.”
Osborn also addressed the federal shutdown, shifting focus back to its impact at home. He said essential workers should not be placed in the middle of political disagreements, emphasizing the need for resolution at the federal level.
“I understand the Democrats and the fact that they want to see reforms of ICE,” Osborn said. “I mean, we don't need American citizens getting shot in the street. So I understand where they're coming from, but I don't think we should be using TSA agents and our National Guard members and Coast Guard members as political fodder.”
In addition to those issues, Osborn discussed topics like healthcare costs, broadband access in rural areas, and election security measures. He indicated support for ensuring only U.S. citizens vote, while maintaining that any requirement involving payment would raise constitutional concerns.
The town hall is part of Osborn’s broader effort to connect with voters across the state as he continues to outline his positions ahead of the upcoming Senate race.