Nebraska’s 2024 Elections: A Republican Sweep
In the 2024 general elections, Nebraska’s Republican candidates secured decisive victories across federal and state races, reinforcing the party’s dominance in the state.
Federal Elections
In the U.S. Senate race, incumbent Republican Senator Deb Fischer was re-elected, defeating independent candidate Dan Osborn. Similarly, Senator Pete Ricketts secured a full term, winning against Democrat Preston Love Jr. In the U.S. House races, Republicans Mike Flood, Don Bacon, and Adrian Smith retained their seats in the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd districts, respectively. Notably, Bacon’s victory in the 2nd District was achieved despite the district’s leanings toward Democratic presidential candidates. (klin.com)
State Legislature
The Nebraska Legislature, officially nonpartisan, saw Republicans maintain their supermajority. This majority is crucial for advancing legislation without the need for bipartisan support. Key races included the 3rd District, where Democrat Victor Rountree narrowly defeated Republican Felix Ungerman, and the 13th District, where Democrat Ashlei Spivey led nonpartisan candidate Nick Batter. (nebraskaexaminer.com, nebraskaexaminer.com, nebraskaexaminer.com)
Ballot Measures
Voters also addressed several ballot measures. Initiative 437, which legalized medical marijuana, passed with 70.74% approval. However, Initiative 439, aiming to create a constitutional right to abortion, was narrowly defeated, with 51.45% voting against it. (klin.com)
These outcomes reflect Nebraska’s political landscape, with Republicans solidifying their influence across federal and state levels.
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