N.C., encouraged House Republicans to do more virtual events over in-person town halls, according to multiple sources familiar with the meeting.

WASHINGTON—Top House Republicans are urging GOP lawmakers to stop holding in-person town halls, a warning that comes after viral confrontations with constituents and Democratic activists over government layoffs and feared Medicaid cuts.

House Republican leaders are encouraging members to conduct events with their constituents through virtual calls due to an increase of protests at in-person meetings. The protesters are frustrated with DOGE cuts and other Trump administration policies.