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Rep. Mike Flood celebrates reelection bid victory; challenger Chris Backemeyer concedes
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Congressman Mike Flood spoke to supporters Wednesday morning in Lincoln to celebrate Tuesday’s election results.
Flood was joined at Nebraska Republican Party headquarters by Sen. Pete Ricketts, Sen. Deb Fischer, State Treasurer Joey Spellerberg, Attorney General Mike Hilgers and other Republican officials.
“There’s more work to do,” Flood said. “We have to get the Farm Bill done, for God’s sake. I am very hopeful that we can make something good happen in this lame-duck session. We have a lot of things to do: the National Defense Authorization Act, the Clarity Act, the Farm Bill.”
Democratic challenger Chris Backemeyer conceded the race for Nebraska’s 1st Congressional District and congratulated Flood.
“Together, we motivated thousands of Nebraskans to make their voices heard, hold our government accountable, and send a message that the status quo isn’t good enough,” Backemeyer said. “I know this is not the outcome we hoped for, but it has been the honor of my lifetime to be your nominee. I will carry your stories and experiences with me every day. Thank you for your support, and I wish Congressman Flood success in guiding Nebraska through the challenges facing our state and our country.”
As of 10 a.m. Wednesday, the Republican incumbent held a lead of about 9,000 votes over Backemeyer.
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