# Jim Pillen

> Jim Pillen is the Republican incumbent Governor of Nebraska, running for a second term. He was elected in 2022 with 59.7% of the vote. He won the May 12, 2026 Republican primary.

## Key facts

- Party: Republican
- Office sought: Governor
- Current office: Governor of Nebraska
- State: NE
- Race: Nebraska Gubernatorial Election 2026
- Incumbent status: challenger
- Race rating: Solid R

## Opponents in this race

- [Lynne Walz](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/lynne-walz-ne-gov-2026.md) — Democratic

Last updated: 2026-06-15T02:03:28.895Z

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Source: Transparency Report — https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/jim-pillen-ne-gov-2026
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