Who Is Running in Nebraska Congressional District 2nd in 2026?

Donald Bacon supports a balanced approach to immigration, emphasizing both border security and the need for legal immigration. He frequently votes for legislation aimed at strengthening enforcement measures, including the Secure the Border Act, the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, and the Equal Representation Act. Bacon stated that a nation of immigrants needs legal immigration to prevent population decline and economic struggles, while also stressing that violent individuals should not be in the country illegally.

Representative Donald Bacon consistently voted against environmental protections and regulations, as reflected by his 9% score in 2025 and 15% lifetime score from the League of Conservation Voters. He voted against measures such as the Attack on Minnesota’s National Forests, an Anti-Environmental Tax Bill opening drilling in the Arctic Refuge, and rescinding protections for the Boundary Waters. He also voted to reestablish the National Coal Council.

Representative Donald Bacon opposed what he viewed as aggressive foreign policy by the Trump administration, including threats to Greenland and broad-based tariffs, stating that Congress holds tariff authority and such tariffs function as a tax on American consumers. He supported a war powers resolution to limit military actions in Venezuela, advocating for democracy over oil interests. He also introduced a Sense of Congress bill affirming the US partnership with Denmark and Greenland and voted for the PROTECT Taiwan Act.

Representative Don Bacon voted against H.R.7910, asserting it punishes law-abiding citizens and does not effectively address gun violence. He introduced legislation to strengthen penalties for straw purchases. He opposes raising the age to purchase certain firearms, citing the ability of 18-year-olds to vote and serve in the military. He also opposes bans on semi-automatic firearms and universal background checks. The NRA-PVF endorsed him with an 'AQ' rating.