Nebraska governor to feds: Keep the Medicaid bribe money

“The last few days have made Nebraskans so angry that now it’s a matter of principle,” Gov. David Heineman told POLITICO. “The federal government can keep that money.”

Told about the governor’s comments, Nelson said: “If he wants to subject Nebraska to future liability – it’s his call.” And he called it “foolish” since the money wouldn’t be available until several years down the road, when other states would almost certainly lobby to get increased federal aid…

“The reason he’s in hot water right now is that he’s not listening to Nebraskans – it’s very unusual for him,” Heineman said. “I am shocked.”