Kansas City, MO – On August 25, a Missouri voter named Fred Higginbotham unleashed a blistering tirade against Rep. Mark Alford (R-MO) during a town hall in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, accusing the congressman of blind loyalty to President Donald Trump and demanding he “get Trump out of office.”
The raw, unfiltered confrontation, captured on video and shared widely on X, has gone viral with over 500,000 views, drawing cheers from attendees and praise from liberals while igniting backlash from MAGA supporters.
Higginbotham’s blunt assessment—“You need to take your head out of Trump’s a** and start doing your representation of us”—has amplified growing voter frustration with Trump’s second term, from the unpopular Megabill to the Epstein files and D.C. crime crackdown, as Republicans face an uphill battle to retain their House majority in the 2026 midterms.
The Viral Confrontation – A Voter’s Fury
The town hall, part of Alford’s ambitious plan to hold 15 events across Missouri’s 4th Congressional District during the August recess, took place at the John Knox Village in Lee’s Summit, a suburb of Kansas City. Alford, a first-term Republican who flipped the district in 2022 and won re-election in 2024 with 59% of the vote, has been a reliable Trump ally, voting for the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and supporting the president’s federalization of D.C. policing.
However, his decision to engage with constituents has exposed him to raw public anger, a risk many GOP lawmakers have avoided amid a wave of anti-Trump sentiment.
Higginbotham, a self-identified farmer from rural Missouri, approached the microphone and declared, “I am pissed, and I’m pissed at you,” before urging Alford to study the Constitution and remove Trump from office. “Trump is a dictator,” he said, referencing a recent listening session where he heard Trump “for about a half hour today and I got sick at all the lies he brought up.” The crowd erupted in cheers as Higginbotham continued, “You need to take your head out of Trump’s a** and start doing your representation of us.”
Higginbotham also shared his personal struggles, revealing he was on the verge of losing his family farm due to economic pressures exacerbated by Trump’s tariffs and the One Big Beautiful Bill Act’s cuts to agricultural subsidies. “Many GOP lawmakers have largely shunned town halls and other public events this year,” Higginbotham noted, echoing a broader trend where Republicans face hostile crowds. He called for Alford to advocate for higher taxes on large corporations and the wealthy to fund social programs, stating, “We need real representation, not blind loyalty to a man who’s destroying our livelihoods.”
The video, first shared by attendee @MidwestVoterVoice on X, exploded online, amassing over 500,000 views within 24 hours. Liberal commentators like Harry Sisson reposted it, writing, “This Missouri voter just said what millions are thinking—Trump’s a dictator, and Alford needs to pull his head out. The 2026 midterms are coming fast.” Even some conservatives acknowledged the raw emotion, with @RuralGOPVoice posting, “Tough crowd for Alford, but voters like Fred deserve answers on farm losses from tariffs.”
Alford’s Town Hall Strategy and GOP Vulnerabilities
Alford’s commitment to 15 town halls this week, contrasts with many GOP colleagues who have limited public appearances to avoid confrontations. The district, encompassing Kansas City suburbs and rural areas, is competitive, with Alford winning by 15 points in 2024 but facing a rematch against Democrat Kalyn Free in 2026. His support for Trump’s policies, including the bill’s Medicaid cuts affecting rural hospitals, has drawn fire from constituents like Higginbotham, who represent the district’s farming communities hit hard by trade wars.
Alford responded calmly during the event, thanking Higginbotham for his service and promising to review the Constitution, but the exchange highlighted GOP challenges. A recent Politico poll shows eroding support for Trump’s tariffs among 2024 voters, with rural Missourians particularly affected by higher costs for equipment and inputs. Steve Bannon warned on War Room that such voter anger could cost the GOP 40 House seats in 2026 if unaddressed.
Why It Matters
Higginbotham’s rant resonates amid Trump’s turbulent second term. From the Megabill disaster to the “Trump Must Go” protests, the admission of crime data manipulation by Karoline Leavitt, and damning health secrets exposed by Alex Jones, John Bolton, and others, Trump seems to be losing support as his approval ratings are down in almost all polls that matter.
On X, liberals like @CalltoActivism celebrated Higginbotham, posting, “This Missouri dad just eviscerated Alford—‘take your head out of Trump’s ass.’ The people are rising up!” MAGA users like @LauraLoomer countered, “Fake outrage from a soy boy farmer—Alford’s fighting for America First.”
Constituent: I am pissed, and I am pissed at you. The man is a dictator. He knows nothing about what he talks about. You need to take your head out of Trump’s ass. pic.twitter.com/B5m3Sx6qve
— Acyn (@Acyn) August 26, 2025
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What’s Next?
Higginbotham’s viral moment could galvanize Democratic efforts in Missouri’s 4th District, a battleground where Alford’s 2026 re-election is vulnerable. Free’s campaign has already raised $1.2 million since the town hall, capitalizing on rural discontent. The incident highlights GOP town hall risks, with similar confrontations in Texas and Ohio, where voters demand action on farm subsidies and healthcare.
As Alford continues his town hall tour, more viral moments are likely, testing Republican messaging. For Democrats, Higginbotham’s bluntness embodies grassroots anger, boosting turnout in 2026. The feud with Trump, including Pritzker’s “evil” label for the Chicago plan, shows federal-state tensions. Betting markets favor Democrats retaking the House, with the town hall saga symbolizing voter revolt against Trump’s agenda.
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