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Nebraska Republican Don Bacon will not seek re-election to Congress

  • Nebraska Republican Representative Don Bacon announced on Friday that he will not seek reelection to Congress in 2026, ending his five-term tenure representing Omaha's 2nd District.
  • Bacon's decision follows his history of opposing President Trump on several issues amid close partisan contests in a swing district that Trump lost in 2020 and that Kamala Harris won in 2024.
  • The Omaha-based 2nd District is highly competitive, drawing national attention with Democratic State Senator John Cavanaugh already announcing his candidacy to replace Bacon.
  • Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee spokeswoman Madison Andrus commented on Friday that Bacon's decision to retire reflects growing dissatisfaction with House Republicans, who currently hold a narrow majority in the chamber.
  • Bacon’s retirement creates a valuable opportunity for Democrats to flip the seat in 2026, likely resulting in a costly and closely contested race with significant implications for control of the House.
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Representative Don Bacon (Republican of Nebraska) announced Monday that he will not seek re-election next year in his key battle district, leaving a Republican seat in the House of Representatives vulnerable.Read more]]>

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