US Rep. Adrian Smith reelected in 3rd District; 1st District too close to call early Wednesday

By: Juan Salinas II

Outlets: Nebraska Examiner

Published: November 4, 2026

Words: 293

Last Updated: 5 days, 13 hours ago

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OMAHA — Republican U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith comfortably won Nebraska’s 3rd Congressional District, while in the 1st District, the race between Republican Rep. Mike Flood and Democrat Chris Backemeyer was too close to call early Wednesday.

The AP called the race for Smith about 10 p.m. Smith faced four candidates and, as expected, won reelection for another term. The 3rd District is one of the most conservative districts in the country.

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