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House back to work as GOP leaders try to win over holdouts on Trump's tax bill
The House has sprung back to action after a prolonged stalemate trying to pass President Donald Trump’s tax and spending cuts ...
Exits by Tillis and Bacon demonstrate Trump’s enduring grip on modern GOP
The looming departures of Sen. Thom Tillis and Rep. Don Bacon are another sign of President Donald Trump's firm grip on the ...
With Bacon out, UNO professor forecasts Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional seat race
There’s opportunity ahead for each party following a big change in Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District. “Nebraska [Dist.] 2 ...
How Zohran Mamdani Stunned New York and Won the Primary for Mayor
Mr. Mamdani’s victory upended city politics and reverberated nationally. He relied on a memorable message, charisma and a ...
Omaha Councilman Brinker Harding launches congressional campaign
Omaha City Councilman Brinker Harding announced Tuesday he will run for congress, seeking to replace Rep. Don Bacon in the ...
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Omaha City Council VP Brinker Harding jumps into Nebraska 2nd District U.S. House race
Omaha City Councilman Brinker Harding is the first Republican to announce a bid after U.S. Rep. Don Bacon said he would not ...
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GOP Rep. Bacon of Nebraska cites dysfunction in deciding not to seek reelection
Rep. Bacon recently indicated he was considering retiring, saying he wanted to spend more time with family. But when pressed, ...
Rep. Don Bacon announces retirement, opening up purple Nebraska district
Nebraska Rep. Don Bacon won’t seek reelection in 2026, boosting Democrats’ hopes of winning his purple district in the midterm elections.
In exclusive interview, Don Bacon explains why he won't run again for 'purple' US House seat
After winning five terms in one of the nation's most purple districts, Don Bacon is ready to step away from Congress. Here's what he had to say in an exclusive ...