Denise Powell pulls ahead in Nebraska's 2nd district primary

Denise Powell took a narrow lead Tuesday night over state Senator John Cavanaugh in the Democratic primary for Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District. The race remained too close to call immediately after polls closed in Omaha. Powell addressed supporters near midnight while awaiting final results.

Democratic candidate Denise Powell spoke to her supporters just before midnight. She said there are still some votes outstanding and the process should work its way through, adding that her team feels good about the outcome.

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