Democratic candidate for governor Lynne Walz picks Ben Steffen as running mate

Southeast Nebraska farmer Ben Steffen will seek election as lieutenant governor alongside Walz in the 2026 election

July 28, 2026Updated: July 28, 2026

By Naydu Daza Maya

Democratic candidate for governor Lynne Walz picks Ben Steffen as running mate

Lynne Walz and Ben Steffen Photo courtesy of the Walz-Steffen campaign

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