Independent Dan Osborn gains ground in Nebraska’s 2026 Senate race

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In a surprising development in Nebraska’s 2026 U.S. Senate race, independent candidate Dan Osborn is reportedly closing in on the Republican incumbent Pete Ricketts. This race, which was initially considered a secure Republican hold, has become competitive, with recent polling averages showing Ricketts only slightly ahead. Nebraska has not seen a Democratic victory in a Senate race since 2006, adding an unusual dynamic to the current contest. The independent candidate is gaining traction, partly due to endorsements from the Nebraska Democratic Party and labor groups, while Ricketts retains strong support from prominent Republican figures and organizations.
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