Complaint Filed in Kansas House Following Alleged Threat During Legislative Debate
- Representative Kirk Haskins
- Feb 28
- 1 min read
According to reporting from The Topeka Capital-Journal, a dispute between two Kansas lawmakers escalated during debate on the House floor, leading Rep. Ford Carr to file a complaint alleging threatening language from Rep. Nick Hoheisel. During the tense exchange, lawmakers urged calm as the situation unfolded in the chamber. Representative Kirk Haskins of Topeka called for de-escalation during the confrontation, saying, “Everyone needs to breathe,” as members worked to restore order and continue legislative proceedings. The incident drew attention to the intensity of debate at the Statehouse during the 2025 legislative session.
Source: The Topeka Capital-Journal – Kansas Rep. Ford Carr accuses Rep. Nick Hoheisel of making a threat
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