Pete Ricketts.
United States Senator from Nebraska since 2023
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 40
What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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Dan Osborn is running for U.S. Senate in Nebraska, challenging Pete Ricketts' political base, and is currently referenced in relation to Red Cloud.Some support4 reports
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The 2026 U.S. Senate race in Nebraska features multiple candidates, including Burbank, Dan Osborn, and incumbent Pete Ricketts.Well supported13 reports5 developments inside
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Pete Ricketts warns against US-China conflict and opposes force changing Taiwan status, while Trump approves arms for Taiwan.Some support1 report
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The Iran conflict is causing financial pressure on families in Nebraska, while Pete Ricketts continues to serve Nebraska interests.Some support3 reports
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Ricketts and Osborn advocate for disaster relief for Nebraskans affected by wildfires, with DHS and FEMA managing the response.Some support1 report
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Dan Osborn has challenged Pete Ricketts for the Senate seat.Well supported22 reports
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Markwayne Mullin and Pete Ricketts discussed advocating for stricter laws around illegal immigration and better dispersing federal resources locally.Some support1 report
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Robin Richards has entered the Nebraska Senate race, running against incumbent Pete Ricketts.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Pete Ricketts is advocating for recovery options for state ranchers in Nebraska.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Pete Ricketts proposes policy to increase foreign beef imports to address concerns of Nebraska cattle producers.Some support4 reports
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The new event lists the current roles of several Nebraska political figures, including Senator Pete Ricketts and Congressman Mike Flood.Well supported3 reports
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The Farm Bill failed due to Mitch McConnell's absence, prompting senators like Fischer, Osborn, and Ricketts to react to the partisan politics.Well supported3 reports
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Deb Fischer, Pete Ricketts, and Dan Osborn are contesting the U.S. Senate seat in Nebraska.Some support3 reports
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Pete Ricketts and Mike Emanuel discussed insider trading and congressional stock bans.Some support1 report
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Senators Maria Cantwell, Pete Ricketts, and John Boozman expressed skepticism regarding AI replacing retirement planning.Some support1 report
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Ceasefire collapse causes higher fuel costs.Some support2 reports
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Pete Ricketts highlighted the levee restoration project in Omaha.Some support1 report
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The Nebraska Republican Party is accused of funding a new political movement as a petition seeks to challenge established political norms.Some support2 reports
Gone quiet
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Pete Ricketts discussed with Sheldon Whitehouse at the ACC summit why he believes China poses an existential threat to the US.Some support1 report
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Senators Ashley Moody and Pete Ricketts introduced new legislation, while Todd Young spoke on the Senate floor.Some support2 reports
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Pete Ricketts, Chris Coons, John Curtis, and John Hickenlooper co-sponsored bipartisan energy security legislation.Some support1 report
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Deb Fischer and Pete Ricketts are pushing for flexibility in agricultural recovery aid.Some support1 report
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Ted Cruz and Pete Ricketts were the subjects of an article published on June 12, 2026, regarding their interaction.Some support1 report
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Pete Ricketts advocates for a response from the USDA regarding the National Weather Service.Some support1 report
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Around Pete Ricketts this week
News at the entities that move Pete Ricketts most-
Nebraska StructuralAAA reports average regular gas prices in the state of Iowa/Nebraska.Moves Pete Ricketts
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Dan Osborn OperationalDan Osborn challenged Deb Fischer in the Senate race on September 23, 2026.Moves Pete Ricketts
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senate StructuralA bill allowing foreign investment in cooperatives has been approved, concerning legitimate organizations registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission.Moves Pete Ricketts
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Colorado StructuralThree separate events occurred on August 28, 2026: a Leon County grand jury report, a Colorado pardon by Polis, and alleged misuse of funds by DeSantis.Moves Pete Ricketts
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Omaha OperationalOmaha Steaks is maintaining its core operations in the city of Omaha.Moves Pete Ricketts
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Chris Coons OperationalSenators Richard Blumenthal, Lisa Murkowski, Chris Coons, and Bill Cassidy are supporting Ukrainian refugee protection and the use of TPS.Moves Pete Ricketts
Connections
The 27 strongest of 40, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Nebraska Structural
Pete Ricketts serves as a political representative and advocate for the state of Nebraska in his official capacity.
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Dan Osborn Operational
Dan Osborn and Pete Ricketts are engaged in a direct political rivalry contesting the U.S. Senate seat in Nebraska.
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senate Structural
Pete Ricketts serves as a member of the Senate, utilizing its institutional platform to introduce and advance legislation.
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Colorado Structural
Pete Ricketts is the official targeted by proposed emergency resource protocols originating from the state of Colorado.
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Robin Richards Operational
Robin Richards is running against incumbent Pete Ricketts for the Senate seat.
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Chris Coons Operational
The two individuals co-sponsored bipartisan energy security legislation.
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Omaha Operational
Pete Ricketts' political actions and focus on infrastructure projects directly influence the economic development of Omaha.
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Jamieson Greer Structural
Ricketts instructed Greer to monitor Chinese purchases, establishing a functional dependency.
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Brooke Rollins Operational
Pete Ricketts advises Brooke Rollins on agricultural policy and cattle producer needs.
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Troy Meink Transactional
Ricketts sent a formal letter to the individual serving as the Air Force Secretary.
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China Mentioned together
Ricketts views China as an existential threat.
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Maria Cantwell Operational
Both senators have jointly expressed opposition to AI replacing retirement planning.
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Nebraska Republican Party Mentioned together
Media articles imply a link between the Nebraska Republican Party and Pete Ricketts regarding the funding of a new political movement.
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Markwayne Mullin Mentioned together
The two individuals are mentioned together in the context of advocating for stricter laws regarding illegal immigration.
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John Thune Shared context
Both individuals are involved in the legislative process regarding the E15 bill.
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American Chemistry Council Operational
Pete Ricketts participated in policy summits hosted by the American Chemistry Council.
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Nebraska Democratic Party Operational
The Nebraska Democratic Party exhibits a contradictory relationship with Pete Ricketts, showing both opposition and support in political matters.
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Jim Pillen Operational
The relationship is characterized by political rivalry, with evidence indicating B's efforts are targeting A.
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California Air Resources Board Shared context
Pete Ricketts publicly criticized the policies of the California Air Resources Board regarding electric vehicle mandates.
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Beijing Shared context
Ricketts issues warnings regarding the geopolitical tensions between the US and China, centered in Beijing.
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Sheldon Whitehouse Mentioned together
Pete Ricketts and Sheldon Whitehouse were observed having a conversation.
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Norfolk Shared context
Norfolk operates within the state jurisdiction of Pete Ricketts, whose government funds local projects.
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Donald Trump Operational
Pete Ricketts provides political support and comments on Donald Trump's administration policies.
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Mike Emanuel Shared context
Both individuals operate within the same professional context regarding insider trading and congressional stock ban rules.
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Kirsten Gillibrand Operational
The two politicians collaborated on policy by co-signing a letter regarding stablecoin regulation.
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Ted Cruz Mentioned together
No evidence found regarding the relationship between Ted Cruz and Pete Ricketts in the provided article snapshots.
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Deb Fischer Operational
The two political figures are shown to be active collaborators on policy initiatives while also being electoral rivals.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
7 events- Ricketts asked Greer to monitor Chinese purchases, while the Phase One agreement failed and Nunn advocated for US farmers' interests.
- A federal proposal is being modeled after existing Nebraska state law.
- Dan Osborn is running for U.S. Senate in Nebraska, challenging Pete Ricketts' political base, and is currently referenced in relation to Red Cloud.
- Pete Ricketts warns against US-China conflict and opposes force changing Taiwan status, while Trump approves arms for Taiwan.
- Ricketts and Osborn advocate for disaster relief for Nebraskans affected by wildfires, with DHS and FEMA managing the response.
- Markwayne Mullin and Pete Ricketts discussed advocating for stricter laws around illegal immigration and better dispersing federal resources locally.
- Robin Richards has entered the Nebraska Senate race, running against incumbent Pete Ricketts.
August 2026
7 events- The Iran conflict is causing financial pressure on families in Nebraska, while Pete Ricketts continues to serve Nebraska interests.
- Pete Ricketts proposes policy to increase foreign beef imports to address concerns of Nebraska cattle producers.
- The new event lists the current roles of several Nebraska political figures, including Senator Pete Ricketts and Congressman Mike Flood.
- The Farm Bill failed due to Mitch McConnell's absence, prompting senators like Fischer, Osborn, and Ricketts to react to the partisan politics.
- Deb Fischer, Pete Ricketts, and Dan Osborn are contesting the U.S. Senate seat in Nebraska.
- Pete Ricketts and Mike Emanuel discussed insider trading and congressional stock bans.
- Senators Maria Cantwell, Pete Ricketts, and John Boozman expressed skepticism regarding AI replacing retirement planning.
July 2026
5 events- The 2026 U.S. Senate race in Nebraska features multiple candidates, including Burbank, Dan Osborn, and incumbent Pete Ricketts.
- Dan Osborn has challenged Pete Ricketts for the Senate seat.
- Ceasefire collapse causes higher fuel costs.
- Pete Ricketts highlighted the levee restoration project in Omaha.
- The Nebraska Republican Party is accused of funding a new political movement as a petition seeks to challenge established political norms.
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June 2026
7 events- Pete Ricketts is advocating for recovery options for state ranchers in Nebraska.
- Pete Ricketts discussed with Sheldon Whitehouse at the ACC summit why he believes China poses an existential threat to the US.
- Senators Ashley Moody and Pete Ricketts introduced new legislation, while Todd Young spoke on the Senate floor.
- Pete Ricketts, Chris Coons, John Curtis, and John Hickenlooper co-sponsored bipartisan energy security legislation.
- Deb Fischer and Pete Ricketts are pushing for flexibility in agricultural recovery aid.
- Ted Cruz and Pete Ricketts were the subjects of an article published on June 12, 2026, regarding their interaction.
- Pete Ricketts advocates for a response from the USDA regarding the National Weather Service.