# Pete Ricketts

> John Peter Ricketts has served as the junior United States Senator from Nebraska since January 2023, when he was appointed to fill the vacancy created by Ben Sasse's resignation. He previously served as the 40th Governor of Nebraska from 2015 to 2023. He won a special election in 2024 to complete the term.

## Key facts

- Party: Republican
- Office sought: U.S. Senate
- Current office: U.S. Senator from Nebraska
- State: NE
- Race: Nebraska U.S. Senate 2026
- Incumbent status: challenger
- Residence: Omaha, Nebraska
- Race rating: Safe R
- Campaign website: https://petericketts.com/

## Background

- Education: B.A. in Biology, University of Chicago; M.B.A. in Marketing and Finance, University of Chicago.
- Professional background: Held leadership roles at Ameritrade including President and Chief Operating Officer; founded Drakon, LLC; past board member of TD Ameritrade and the Chicago Cubs.
- Public service: 40th Governor of Nebraska (2015–2023); U.S. Senator from Nebraska (2023–present); National Committeeman, Republican National Committee (2007–2012).
- Military service: None

## Opponents in this race

- [Pete Ricketts](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/pete-ricketts-ne-2026.md) — Republican
- [Dan Osborn](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/dan-osborn-ne-2026.md) — Independent

## Sources

- Official Campaign Website – John Peter Ricketts: https://petericketts.com/

Last updated: 2026-07-19T20:28:46.510Z

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