Trump Endorses Governor Pillen, Herbster Responds

President Donald Trump has endorsed Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen in his re-election bid. Trump had previously endorsed Pillen’s primary opponent, cattle producer and Trump donor Charles Herbster, in 2022.On Tuesday, November 26, Trump posted on social media, “The Great Governor of Nebraska, Jim Pillen, is doing an incredible job for The Cornhusker State, a place I love, and WON BIG six times, including Primaries, in 2016, 2020, and 2024!” “A very successful Veterinarian, Businessman, former Nebraska Cornhuskers football player under the LEGENDARY Coach Tom Osborne, and now, as Governor, Jim has a Proven Record of Success! He is working tirelessly to Champion Nebraska Values, Promote our Amazing Farmers and Ranchers, Grow the Economy, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Advance MADE IN THE U.S.A., Unleash American Energy DOMINANCE, Keep our now very Secure Border, SECURE, Stop Migrant Crime, Ensure LAW AND ORDER, Support our Brave Military, Veterans, and Law Enforcement, Safeguard our Elections, and Defend our always under siege Second Amendment,” Trump wrote. “Jim Pillen is a friend, fighter, and WINNER, and has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election — HE WILL NOT LET YOU DOWN!”Pillen responded that he was “deeply honored” and wrote, “Conservative leadership matters, as he has proved time and again. Thank you, Mr. President!” Charles Herbster has not officially announced his candidacy but has indicated he is seriously considering challenging Pillen in 2026. He responded to Trump’s endorsement later that same day, “Everyone understands that I hold deep respect and admiration for President Trump. While I am disappointed, it is entirely reasonable that he would endorse the incumbent Republican Governor. His endorsement does not change my commitment to fully explore a run for Governor. “This race is not about President Trump. It is about hard working Nebraskans trying to make ends meet. It is about our farmers and ranchers, who have been asked to sacrifice for far too long. It is about the businesses trying to grow and bring jobs to our state, only to be met with roadblocks and mismanagement from this administration,” wrote Herbster. “Under Jim Pillen's watch, Nebraska has gone from a $1.2 billion surplus to a staggering $471 million budget shortfall. That isn't leadership - it's a failure of responsibility. Nebraskans deserve better.” Herbster added, “I will continue traveling the state, listening to Nebraskans, and evaluating the best path ahead. I expect to make a final decision closer to the new year. However, today, I am more inclined to run than I was just a few days ago.”

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