Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/live-results-nebraska-senate-midterm-election Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Live Results: Nebraska Senate midterm election Politics Nov 3, 2026 9:30 AM EST WATCH LIVE: Election night 2026 PBS News special coverage WASHINGTON (AP) — Republicans in the ruby-red state of Nebraska have found themselves on the back foot this midterm season as their opponents have made surprising gains in key races. Losing a Nebraska seat in the U.S. Senate or House could set up Republicans to lose control of Congress. Even if Republicans hold onto their seats, a near-loss could signal an erosion of Republican power in a state that has not voted for a Democratic presidential candidate since 1964. Stand with free and independent journalism. Join Press Pass from PBS News Sen. Pete Ricketts, the Republican incumbent who took office in 2023, is running against Independent candidate Dan Osborn, a union organizer. Cindy Burbank, the Democratic nominee, dropped out of the race in July. Osborn has insisted he will not caucus with Democrats or Republicans, though he has received…
Live Results: Nebraska Senate midterm election
In short
Economic frustrations, including surging fuel costs and tariffs, have fueled voter skepticism toward traditional incumbents in Nebraska. Independent challenger Dan Osborn has utilized his blue-collar union background to challenge Republican Senator Pete Ricketts, who had gathered $14.5 million in contributions compared to Osborn's $11 million by mid-October. The competitive environment extends to the governorship and down-ballot House races, prompting a high-profile Grand Island appearance by Donald Trump to rally support for state Republicans.
Key points
- Potential Republican defeats in Nebraska's midterm elections present a severe threat to t…: Potential Republican defeats in Nebraska's midterm elections present a severe threat to the party's control of Congress.
- Dan Osborn maintains he will stay independent, while Republicans claim his reliance on De…: Dan Osborn maintains he will stay independent, while Republicans claim his reliance on Democratic donors signals left-leaning loyalties.
- Competitive challenges across gubernatorial and House races jeopardize offices that state…: Competitive challenges across gubernatorial and House races jeopardize offices that state Republicans have dominated for decades.