Nebraska's Electoral Vote Change Blocked Amid GOP Push

Nebraska legislators vote against changing the state's Electoral College allocation, thwarting efforts to shift to a winner-take-all system.

Nebraska legislators blocked a proposal to change the state's Electoral College vote allocation, maintaining the current system despite pressure from former President Donald Trump.
The measure to shift to a winner-take-all system failed in a procedural vote, raising doubts about its future as the legislative session nears its end.
Trump and Nebraska GOP Gov. Jim Pillen had publicly urged legislators to adopt the winner-take-all system, aiming to secure an electoral advantage in the 2024 presidential election.
Critics argue that the current system, which awards electoral votes by congressional district, better reflects the diverse political views within Nebraska.
The debate over Nebraska's electoral vote allocation underscores the broader national discussion on Electoral College reform and its impact on presidential elections.