Democrats see an opportunity to gain a seat on the House of Representatives in Nebraska in 2026. Republican Don Bacon has won each election in Nebraska's 2nd district, which includes most of the Omaha metro, since 2016.

Nebraska lawmakers voted to give the City of Omaha the opportunity to move its city election to line up with statewide elections that draw more voters to the polls.

Jim Pillen intends to remain Nebraska’s governor for a second term, kicking off his re-election campaign online Thursday morning.

Jim Pillen, Nebraska's Republican governor, will seek a second term leading the state in 2026, he announced Thursday.