Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Omaha Businessman Petersen Upsets Incumbent Evnen in GOP Primary

5/13/2026

45 4 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Omaha businessman Scott Petersen defeated incumbent Secretary of State Bob Evnen in Nebraska’s Republican primary, marking a rare upset for a challenger.
Petersen captured roughly 55% of the GOP vote while Evnen received about 45% after most precincts reported.
Petersen’s platform called for full hand counts of ballots and restricting mail voting to limited groups, contrasting with Evnen’s claim that Nebraska’s elections meet a “gold standard.”

1 of 1

Story summary

Omaha businessman Scott Petersen defeated incumbent Secretary of State Bob Evnen in Nebraska’s Republican primary, marking a rare upset for a challenger.
Petersen captured roughly 55% of the GOP vote while Evnen received about 45% after most precincts reported.
Petersen’s platform called for full hand counts of ballots and restricting mail voting to limited groups, contrasting with Evnen’s claim that Nebraska’s elections meet a “gold standard.”