Backemeyer Endorsed by New Democrat Coalition Action Fund
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 29, 2026 CONTACT: Campaign@BackNebraska.com Backemeyer Endorsed by New Democrat Coalition Action Fund Lincoln — Today, the New Democrat Action Fund, which represents the largest coalition of Democrats in the House of Representatives, endorsed fifth-generation Nebraskan and national security expert Chris Backemeyer for Nebraska’s First District. “I couldn’t be more excited to […]
Backemeyer Wins Debate: As Mike Flood Struggles to Defend Votes that Hurt Nebraskans, Backemeyer Lays Out Clear Agenda to Cut Costs
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 23, 2026CONTACT: Campaign@BackNebraska.com Lincoln, NE — Tonight, in the first and only debate in Nebraska’s First District, Democratic nominee Chris Backemeyer showed voters he’s the change candidate who will get things done in Congress — while incumbent Mike Flood proved once again that he’s just another career politician too afraid to step out […]
Poll: Backemeyer Leads Flood Heading Into NE-01 Debate
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 22, 2026 CONTACT: Campaign@BackNebraska.com Poll: Backemeyer Leads Flood Heading Into NE-01 Debate Recent poll shows growing rejection of Flood’s support for tariffs, the Iran war, and healthcare cuts, as Backemeyer locks down key endorsements Lincoln — With Chris Backemeyer, Democratic candidate for Nebraska’s First Congressional District, and incumbent Mike Flood set to meet […]
Flood Ducks Debates as Backemeyer Campaign Accepts Every Invitation
Lincoln, NE — Today, the Backemeyer for Congress campaign set the record straight after Mike Flood declined a debate with the League of Women Voters outright and misrepresented the negotiations over a second debate with Nebraska Public Media. In July, the Backemeyer campaign received debate invitations from the League of Women Voters and Nebraska Public Media, […]
Election races where Democrats hope to pull off House upsets
MURDOCK, Neb. (AP) — They aren’t toss-up races. Not even close. But Democrats are dreaming of pulling off upsets in what might be called “reach” House districts, where Republicans usually win and likely will again — but where races could tighten if a rare political wave gains strength in November. The party in power traditionally suffers […]
Nebraska Democrat looks to oust GOP congressman as Iran war crosses 6 months
Chris Backemeyer, the Democrat looking to unseat Rep. Mike Flood (R-Neb.), joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the Iran war’s impact on the U.S. economy and the lack of options to end the conflict. NBC News’ Yamiche Alcindor, Courtney Kube and Ben Kamisar discuss the economic, military and political implications of the war with […]
Op-Ed: The Iran War has no clear strategy or rationale
Op-Ed: The Iran War has no clear strategy or rationale By: Chris Backemeyer One hundred eighty-one days. Come tomorrow, that’s how long Americans will have been fighting a war with Iran that the White House still can’t explain. Time and again, we’re told the United States doesn’t have enough money. Not enough to protect Medicaid. […]
ICYMI: DCCC Adds Nebraska’s First Congressional District to “Districts in Play” Program
Lincoln, NE — Today, Chris Backemeyer, the Democratic candidate for Nebraska’s First Congressional District, announced that the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) added the seat to its “Districts in Play” program. The DCCC’s Districts in Playare competitive districts held by vulnerable Republicans across the country that will determine the House majority. The Backemeyer campaign enters the general election […]
In the News: Backemeyer Outlines Campaign Priorities at Norfolk Meet-and-Greet
At a Norfolk meet-and-greet, Chris Backemeyer talked with First District voters about his record of public service and his plan to lower costs, protect healthcare, and stand up for working families.
Chris Backemeyer Wins Primary, Sets Sights on November
Chris Backemeyer, Democratic candidate for Nebraska’s First District, issued the statement below following his victory in Nebraska’s primary election.
