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Democrat William Forbes Accused of GOP Sabotage in Senate Race

3/30/2026

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William Forbes, a Democratic candidate, is accused by CNN's KFile of being a GOP plant in Nebraska's Senate race.
Forbes entered the Democratic primary unexpectedly, challenging party support for independent Dan Osborn.
Democrats fear voters may mistakenly support Forbes, given his anti-choice views.
Democratic Party Chair Jane Kleeb says Forbes deceives voters and that Republican Pete Ricketts uses this bid to divide opposition and safeguard his Senate seat.

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William Forbes, a Democratic candidate, is accused by CNN's KFile of being a GOP plant in Nebraska's Senate race.
Forbes entered the Democratic primary unexpectedly, challenging party support for independent Dan Osborn.
Democrats fear voters may mistakenly support Forbes, given his anti-choice views.
Democratic Party Chair Jane Kleeb says Forbes deceives voters and that Republican Pete Ricketts uses this bid to divide opposition and safeguard his Senate seat.