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Morning Digest: Democrats take aim at Nebraska seat they've won just once in nine decades

The House battleground now covers districts few ever thought might be in play

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David Nir and Jeff Singer
Oct 29, 2026
Chris Backemeyer, Democratic candidate for Nebraska’s 1st District. (Credit: Chris Backemeyer ad)

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As Democrats seek to put deep-red House seats in play across the country, a top super PAC just launched a last-minute sneak attack on one of Nebraska’s most implacably Republican districts.

The House Majority PAC booked at least $1 million in …

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