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Powell, Harding to face off in Nebraska House race to replace Bacon
Democrat Denise Powell is projected to win the Democratic primary for Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District, a blue-dot district, according to Decision Desk HQ and projections cited by multiple outlets. Powell defeated State Sen. John Cavanaugh in the Democratic primary and is set to face Republican incumbent Don Bacon’s successor in November to replace Bacon. The New York Times notes Powell’s primary win could influence control of the House, while Bloomberg and The Hill corroborate the DDHQ projection and the general election matchup. No conflicting facts beyond standard projection timing are reported by the sources.
Powell’s projected primary victory creates a clear November matchup to replace retiring Rep. Don Bacon, with potential implications for the party balance in a key Nebraska district; The NYT notes the result could influence control of the House.
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Powell, Harding to face off in Nebraska House race to replace Bacon
Democrat Denise Powell is projected to win the Democratic primary for Nebraska’s “blue dot” district Tuesday, according to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ), setting up a key November matchup in the battle to replace retiring Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.). Powell, a political fundraiser, defeated State Sen. John Cavanaugh (D), a.
Powell Wins Nebraska Democratic House Primary, DDHQ Projects
Denise Powell is projected to win the Democratic primary for Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District, according to DDHQ.
Denise Powell Wins Democratic Primary in Key Nebraska House Race
Denise Powell prevailed in a close primary race for an Omaha-based seat, currently held by a retiring Republican, that could help determine control of the House.