101126-owh-new-cd2debate1-nf-02

On Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026, the first 2nd Congressional District debate occurred at KETV's Burlington Station in Omaha. Republican candidate Brinker Harding and Democratic candidate Denise Powell participated in the event, where both candidates spoke. The debate was moderated by KETV's Bill Schammert and Julie Cornell. This session marked the first formal debate between Harding and Powell as they compete for the 2nd Congressional District seat, providing a platform for their respective political platforms.