Nebraska 2nd — House 2026 Dem Primary

The Nebraska 2nd — House dem primary is scheduled for May 12, 2026. The model sees a close race: Denise Powell edges John Cavanaugh, 48% to 44% in a 6-candidate field. Denise Powell leads the field in reported fundraising. Public polling is available for this race and feeds the forecast alongside fundraising, endorsements, and historical results.

Current win probabilities

1. Denise Powell — 48%
2. John Cavanaugh — 44%
3. Kishla Askins — 2%
4. Crystal Rhoades — 2%
5. Melanie Williams — 2%
6. Van Argyrakis — 2%

Probabilities update daily from polls, fundraising, endorsements, and historical results.

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