Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.) retained his seat in a tightly contested race in Nebraska, helping the Republicans maintain their slim House majority despite a strong Democratic challenge.
Don Bacon Retains Nebraska House Seat
Republican Congressman Don Bacon has been projected by the Associated Press to hold onto his competitive House seat in Nebraska. Bacon’s win comes despite polling suggesting a close race with Democratic challenger Tony Vargas.
Tight Race and Strong Democratic Challenge
The race for Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District was marked by intense campaigning and substantial outside spending. Democrats aimed to flip the seat, as it not only contributes to the House majority but also holds symbolic significance, given the district’s single electoral vote.
Democratic Hopes Fall Short
Vargas, a state senator, had hoped to unseat Bacon and secure a win for Democrats, especially as several polls had shown him in a tight race with the incumbent. National Democratic groups provided strong financial backing, hoping to drive turnout among supporters of Vice President Kamala Harris in the district.
Bacon’s Strategy and Support
Despite challenges, Bacon managed to rally enough support from Harris-aligned voters in the district to secure victory. His win strengthens the Republican position in the House, reinforcing the party’s hold on its narrow majority.
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