LINCOLN— Early election results show independents Brent Comstock and Elizabeth Butler leading their respective University of Nebraska Board of Regents races. At the same time, Justin Solomon is projected to win District 4 after opponent Susanne Shore conceded. The three candidates emphasized improving affordability, increasing enrollment, and addressing the university system’s ongoing budget challenges. Their potential victories come as NU seeks a 4.25% increase in state funding over each of the next two years following previous budget shortfalls and program cuts. Solomon has pledged to oppose tuition increases, while Comstock and Butler have emphasized transparency, financial oversight, and maintaining educational quality.

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