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Ricketts faces multiple challengers in US Senate race — Pete Ricketts | ChamberLight

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Ricketts faces multiple challengers in US Senate race

Senator Pete Ricketts is campaigning for his first full term by focusing on agricultural policy and a proposed ban on congressional stock trading.

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Outlet credibility · Nebraska Public Media

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This article1 analysis · Apr 11, 2026

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Published Mar 28, 2026

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Senator Pete Ricketts is defending his seat in Nebraska’s 2026 election against independent Dan Osborn and a crowded field of challengers. The race has been complicated by legal battles over ballot access and accusations of 'plant' candidates intended to confuse voters.