Ben Sasse.
American politician and college president (born 1972)
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
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Earlier this month
One to three months ago
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CBS News hosted a town hall in Michigan featuring Bari Weiss and Ben Sasse to discuss the war with Iran.Some support1 report
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Jim Pillen invited Ben Sasse, a nonresident senior fellow at AEI, to headline the Governor's Summit.Some support3 reports
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Ben Sasse, a U.S. Senator, received advanced medical care at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.Some support2 reports
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Around Ben Sasse this week
News at the entities that move Ben Sasse most-
FDA StructuralThe FDA approved Miplyffa for the treatment of Niemann-Pick disease.Moves Ben Sasse
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University of Florida StructuralCity of Gainesville declared November 6 as Gleim Day to honor Dr. Irvin N. Gleim, a former professor at the University of Florida.Moves Ben Sasse
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American Enterprise Institute StructuralAn American Enterprise Institute study analyzed potential investment growth, which was subsequently opposed by Harry Reid regarding a reform plan.Moves Ben Sasse
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CBS News Mentioned togetherBari Weiss is facing consequences due to pressure from the Trump administration, while CBS News handles personnel changes including the departure of Bill Owens and the hiring of Ross Douthat.Moves Ben Sasse
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Jim Pillen TransactionalJim Pillen outlined his policy priorities while addressing the state legislature in Nebraska.Moves Ben Sasse
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Houston TransactionalAnnise Parker's tenure saw ordinance creation in Houston, while John Whitmire's tenure continued a court battle.Moves Ben Sasse
Connections
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Jim Pillen Transactional
Pillen invited Sasse to the Governor's Summit, but Sasse's health required a replacement, leading Pillen to appoint a substitute.
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FDA Structural
The FDA approved a drug that Ben Sasse was involved in clinical trials for.
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University of Florida Structural
Ben Sasse served in the formal capacity of President of the University of Florida.
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American Enterprise Institute Structural
Ben Sasse serves as a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute.
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Midland University Structural
Ben Sasse served as the president of Midland University.
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Annapolis Structural
Ben Sasse earned a degree from the institution represented by Annapolis.
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Millard North High School Transactional
Ben Sasse met with students from Millard North High School on 2026-06-06.
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Houston Transactional
Ben Sasse received advanced medical care at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.
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Pete Ricketts Transactional
Ben Sasse resigned from a role, which was subsequently filled by Pete Ricketts.
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Sam Altman Mentioned together
Sasse's work is referenced in discussions concerning the broader societal impact and trajectory of Artificial Intelligence.
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CBS News Mentioned together
Ben Sasse was previously featured in CBS News town halls.
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Nebraska Shared context
Ben Sasse previously served as a U.S. Senator representing the state of Nebraska.
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Dan Osborn Mentioned together
Dan Osborn's political campaign is referenced in the context of an opponent who replaced Ben Sasse.
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Mike Lee Transactional
Ben Sasse drew personal support from Mike Lee.
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Harvard University Mentioned together
Ben Sasse holds a degree from Harvard University.
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American Legion Mentioned together
The provided evidence does not describe a relationship between Ben Sasse and the American Legion.
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University of Michigan Mentioned together
No evidence was provided to establish a relationship between Ben Sasse and the University of Michigan.
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Donald Trump Mentioned together
No evidence was provided describing a relationship between Ben Sasse and Donald Trump.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventOctober 2026
3 events- Dan Osborn is running against a new incumbent in Nebraska, while Donald Trump's policies are affecting local industries.
- Ben Sasse received personal support from Mike Lee, and Donald Trump supported Pete Ricketts' re-election bid.
- CBS News hosted a town hall in Michigan featuring Bari Weiss and Ben Sasse to discuss the war with Iran.