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Nebraska swing district puts Trump’s influence to the test

A2D News Desk

A competitive House race is taking shape in Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District, where retiring Republican Rep. Don Bacon’s seat is open. Republican Brinker Harding faces Democrat Denise Powell in a district that supported Kamala Harris for president in 2024 but has elected a Republican to the House just once since 1994.

Harding is emphasizing endorsements from President Donald Trump and congressional leaders, while Powell is campaigning on affordability, Medicare cuts and the need for congressional checks on the White House. The race is drawing national attention as Republicans use Trump’s influence to maintain their House majority in the midterm elections.

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