# Dan Osborn

> Dan Osborn is a U.S. Navy veteran, industrial mechanic, and former union president running as an independent against incumbent Sen. Pete Ricketts. He is endorsed by the Nebraska Democratic Party.

## Key facts

- Party: Independent
- Office sought: U.S. Senate
- Current office: Former Union President
- State: NE
- Race: Nebraska Senate 2026
- Incumbent status: challenger
- Residence: Omaha, NE
- Race rating: Likely Republican
- Campaign website: https://www.osbornforsenate.com

## Biography

Dan Osborn was born on March 29, 1975. He is a U.S. Navy veteran and industrial mechanic who served as president of BCTGM International Union Local 50G. He ran as an independent in the 2024 U.S. Senate race in Nebraska, outperforming expectations. He is again running as an independent in 2026 and has received the endorsement of the Nebraska Democratic Party.

## Background

- Professional background: Industrial mechanic; President, BCTGM International Union Local 50G
- Military service: U.S. Navy veteran

## Opponents in this race

- [Pete Ricketts](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/pete-ricketts-nebraska-r-2026.md) — Republican
- [Pete Ricketts](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/pete-ricketts-ne-2026.md) — Republican

## Sources

- Dan Osborn — Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dan_Osborn
- Dan Osborn — Official Campaign Website: https://www.osbornforsenate.com/

Last updated: 2026-06-15T19:53:05.566Z

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