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2026 U.S. Senate election in Nebraska
Nebraska voters will elect one U.S. senator in 2026 for the Class II seat currently held by Pete Ricketts. The race matters because it will help determine control of the U.S. Senate, and Nebraska is generally a Republican-leaning state even though Dan Osborn ran competitively as an independent in 2024. The contest highlights a contrast between an incumbent Republican senator with statewide executive experience and an independent challenger emphasizing working-class and anti-establishment themes.
Candidates
Pete Ricketts
Pete Ricketts is Nebraska’s junior U.S. senator and a former two-term governor of the state. His campaign and Senate biography emphasize tax cuts, government efficiency, agriculture, and conservative policy priorities.
Dan Osborn is a Navy veteran, industrial mechanic, and former labor union leader from Omaha. He is running as an independent and has framed his campaign around working-class economics, political independence, and a populist critique of both parties.
Polling
Data Analysis Information
Data compiled from public sources and analyzed using AI. Last updated 4/6/2026. Visit candidate websites for the most current information.