Full CoverageDeparting GOP Centrist Has Big Decision on Trump Megabill
By Olivia Beavers
Top news
The Republicans in Congress Who Are Opting to Self-Deport From Washington
By Jess Bidgood
In 24-hour span, two in GOP who split with Trump say they won’t seek reelection
By Marianna Sotomayor & Patrick Svitek
As Party-Line Votes Become the Norm, Compromisers Leave Congress
By Amy Walter
Interviews
In exclusive interview, Don Bacon explains why he won't run again for 'purple' US House seat
By Josh Reyes & Henry J. Cordes
EXCLUSIVE: Rep. Bacon sits down with KETV to talk about 2026 and beyond
By Bill Schammert
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Two Races Move Away From Republicans
By Kate Plummer
Don Bacon won’t seek reelection in competitive Nebraska district
By Julia Manchester
Exits by Tillis and Bacon demonstrate Trump’s enduring grip on modern GOP
By Daniela Altimari
Omaha City Council VP Brinker Harding jumps into Nebraska 2nd District U.S. House race
By Juan Salinas
Bacon and Carolina BBQ: Breaking Down Two Key Republican Retirements
By Kyle Kondik & Miles Coleman
Key House GOP moderate Don Bacon won't seek re-election
By Elizabeth Elkind & Deirdre Heavey
Watch: Nebraska Rep. Don Bacon announces retirement at end of 2026 term
By Jake Anderson & Waverle Monroe
Key House GOP centrist will not seek reelection, opening up major swing seat battle
By Jeff Zeleny & Sarah Ferris
Nebraska Republican Rep. Don Bacon cites political dysfunction in deciding not to seek reelection
By Margery A. Beck
No Room for Compromise?
By HILU, C, RAYMOND
Key GOP centrist Rep. Don Bacon will not seek reelection
By Meredith Lee Hill
Republican Thorn in Trump’s Side Announces Exit From Congress
By Sarah Ewall-Wice
GOP Rep. Don Bacon won’t vie for re-election, leaving competitive House district open
By Ryan J. King
Election News Digest: July 1
By Daily Kos
GOP Rep. Don Bacon, who represents key swing district, won't seek reelection in 2026
By Sudiksha Kochi
In 24-hour span, two Republicans who split with Trump say they won’t seek reelection
By Marianna Sotomayor & Patrick Svitek
It’s Official: Bacon Won’t Run Again In NE-02
By Juan Salinas
Nebraska Republican Don Bacon will not seek re-election to Congress
By Melanie Zanona & Nnamdi Egwuonwu
Republican Rep. Don Bacon to Announce Retirement from Congress
By Reese Gorman & Alex Roarty
Douglas County District Court Clerk exploring bid in Nebraska’s crowded 2nd District field
By Juan Salinas
Republican Rep. Don Bacon, a vocal Trump critic, won’t seek reelection
By Patrick Svitek & Frances Vinall
Don Bacon, House GOP lawmaker critical of Trump’s handling of Ukraine war, won’t seek re-election: reports
By Victor Nava
UNO professor forecasts District 2 congressional seat race after Rep. Bacon’s retirement
By Philip Catalfamo
Nebraska Republican Rep. Don Bacon cites political dysfunction in deciding not to seek reelection
By Margery A. Beck
Omaha City Councilman announces campaign for Congress
By Jake Anderson