Dan Osborn
Candidate, U.S. Senate (NE) · Independent · Nebraska
Dan Osborn is a Navy veteran, mechanic, and former union leader running as an independent in Nebraska’s 2026 U.S. Senate race; he has not previously held elected office.
Profile last updated Sep 6, 2026 · Center Field Politics
Summary
A working-class independent who ran a surprisingly competitive 2024 Senate campaign and is running again against a Republican incumbent without a party label.
Recent Action
Running as an independent challenging Sen. Pete Ricketts for Nebraska’s 2026 U.S. Senate seat.
Where They Stand
Stances on the issues many voters care most about. Where a candidate has not given a clear answer we mark it "Mixed / Partial" or "Unclear" rather than guess. Positions are drawn from official records and bias-labeled news sources; they are descriptive only and are never scored.
Environment—Mixed / Partial3
Climate protections and regulation versus fewer climate-related regulations on industry.
Emphasizes energy affordability and jobs over sweeping mandates.
Healthcare—Mixed / Partial4
Expanding healthcare coverage for all versus expanding market-based, private insurance.
Focuses on lowering costs for working families; not aligned with a single party plan.
Second Amendment—Mixed / Partial3
New firearm regulations versus no new firearm regulations.
Describes himself as a gun owner favoring rights alongside common-sense safety steps.
Immigration—Mixed / Partial3
Pathways to citizenship versus a closed-border approach.
Backs stronger border security paired with practical workforce solutions.
Roe v. Wade—Mixed / Partial4
Protecting access to abortion versus restricting access to abortion.
Frames abortion as a matter for individuals and families rather than politicians.
National Security—Mixed / Partial3
Whether diplomacy or military strength should be the primary national-security priority.
As a veteran, emphasizes caution and congressional authorization before military action.
Party Loyalty
No voting record yet; loyalty cannot be measured.