LINCOLN— Former State Sen. Lydia Brasch and former legislative candidate Derek Schwartz filed complaints asking Mike Hilgers to investigate U.S. Senate candidates Cindy Burbank and Mike Marvin, arguing neither intended to genuinely serve if elected. The complaints claim the candidates may have violated Nebraska laws related to false statements and election integrity by filing to run despite allegedly planning to withdraw or not actively seek office.

Legal experts interviewed for the story said the complaints appear weak and could face constitutional issues, noting that Nebraska law mainly requires candidates to be willing to serve if elected. The controversy comes amid ongoing political battles surrounding the Senate race between Republican Sen. Pete Ricketts and independent candidate Dan Osborn, with accusations from both sides about “spoiler” or “planted” candidates.

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