Nebraska general election: November 3, 2026

Who is running for Governor and Lieutenant Governor (Nebraska) in 2026?

Here are the candidates for Governor and Lieutenant Governor on the November 3, 2026 ballot. This race is on the ballot for all voters in Nebraska.

Positions come only from each candidate's own votes, official actions, statements and questionnaire answers, never from party labels. Every item links to its source.

Jim Pillen

Republican · Incumbent

Jim Pillen (Republican) is one of 4 candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Governor and Lieutenant Governor¹. A full profile is coming.

Rick Beard

Independent

Rick Beard (Legal Marijuana NOW) is one of 4 candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Governor and Lieutenant Governor¹. A full profile is coming.

Lynne Walz

Democrat

Lynne Walz (Democrat) is one of 4 candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Governor and Lieutenant Governor¹. A full profile is coming.

Brett Lindstrom

Independent

Brett Lindstrom (America First) is one of 4 candidates on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Governor and Lieutenant Governor¹. A full profile is coming.

Last reviewed 2026-10-10. Spotted something wrong? Every claim links to its source so you can check it yourself.