Nebraska's Republican primary for secretary of state is shaping up to be a referendum that asks GOP voters: Are you satisfied with Nebraska's election security?
Scott Petersen stands for a portrait in his Omaha office on Monday, April 27, 2026. Petersen is challenging Republican incumbent Bob Evnen in the Nebraska primary for Secretary of State.
Secretary of State Bob Evnen speaks on June 6, 2025, during a press conference at the Nebraska State Capitol in Lincoln announcing his reelection bid. Evnen is seeking a third term this year.
Scott Petersen, a Republican challenging incumbent Bob Evnen in the Nebraska primary for Secretary of State, holds up a social media post by Rep. Don Bacon at his office in Omaha on Monday, April 27, 2026.
Scott Petersen stands for a portrait in his Omaha office on Monday, April 27, 2026. Petersen is challenging Republican incumbent Bob Evnen in the Nebraska primary for Secretary of State.
Secretary of State Bob Evnen speaks on June 6, 2025, during a press conference at the Nebraska State Capitol in Lincoln announcing his reelection bid. Evnen is seeking a third term this year.
Scott Petersen, a Republican challenging incumbent Bob Evnen in the Nebraska primary for Secretary of State, holds up a social media post by Rep. Don Bacon at his office in Omaha on Monday, April 27, 2026.
