Bacon's retirement, with a formal announcement expected as soon as next week, will give Democrats a fresh opportunity to pick up a seat in a district won by Biden and Harris.

Nebraska Republican Rep. Don Bacon announces retirement from Congress after representing a swing district since 2017, joining Sen. Thom Tillis in not seeking re-election.

Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.) announced Monday that he would not seek reelection in 2026, opening up what will likely be a competitive race for Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District. “After consultation with my family and much prayer,