Lindstrom Joins GOP Race for Governor | Lincoln News

Former State Senator Brett Lindstrom has officially qualified for the 2026 gubernatorial race, submitting over 5,000 signatures—well above the 4,000 needed—to challenge Governor Jim Pillen for the Republican nomination. Lindstrom’s campaign blames current leadership for unsustainable spending and vows fiscal responsibility, while naming Navy veteran Mike Picard as his running mate. With Lynne Walz locked in as the Democratic nominee and Rick Beard from the Legal Marijuana Now Party also entering the fray, voters will face a high-stakes showdown between seasoned contenders come November. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c869d9518550c62a