FREMONT - A new statewide poll released this week shows Democratic gubernatorial candidate Lynne Walz statistically tied with Governor Jim Pillen in the 2026 Nebraska governor’s race.

The survey showed Walz earning 45% support to Pillen’s 47% — within the poll’s margin of error among likely 2026 Nebraska voters. The new numbers reflect a tightening race. In July 2025, Walz trailed Pillen by 12 points. By December, the race had narrowed to four points. Today, the race is statistically tied as Walz continues building support across the state.

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