2026 Nebraska gubernatorial election
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The 2026 Nebraska gubernatorial election will take place on November 3, 2026, to elect the
governor of Nebraska. Incumbent Republican Governor Jim Pillen
is eligible to seek a second term.
Republican primary
Candidates
Publicly expressed interest
- governor (2023–present)[1]
Independents
Publicly expressed interest
- Dan Osborn, former president of Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers International Union Local 50G and candidate for U.S. Senate in 2024[2][3]
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
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The Cook Political Report[4]
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Solid R | January 23, 2025 |
Inside Elections[5]
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Solid R | February 6, 2025 |
See also
References
- ^ Schammert, Bill (December 19, 2024). "'It's a privilege to serve': Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen weighs possible 2nd term". KETV.
- ^ Crisler, Dan (February 8, 2025). "Nebraska's Dan Osborn weighs running for 2nd District, other offices in 2026". Omaha World-Herald. Retrieved February 8, 2025.
- Nebraska Examiner. Retrieved March 17, 2025.
- ^ "2026 CPR Governor Race ratings". Cook Political Report. Retrieved January 23, 2025.
- Inside Elections. Retrieved February 7, 2025.