Nebraska Republican Resigns from Legislature in Favor of Lincoln Mayoral Bid The political landscape in Nebraska is set to change as a Republican state senator has resigned from the Legislature to focus on his bid for the Lincoln mayoral seat. Senator Matt Hansen, who has represented District 26 since 2015, announced his resignation on Monday, citing his desire to focus on his campaign for mayor. Hansen, who is a moderate Republican, has been a vocal advocate for renewable energy and has worked to promote economic development in his district. He has also been a strong supporter of public education and has worked to increase funding for schools in Nebraska. Hansen's decision to resign from the Legislature has been met with mixed reactions. Some have praised him for his dedication to public service and his willingness to put his mayoral bid first. Others, however, have criticized him for leaving his constituents without representation in the Legislature. Despite the criticism, Hansen remains committed to his mayoral bid and is confident that he can make a positive impact on the city of Lincoln. In a statement, he said, I believe that Lincoln is a great city with tremendous potential, and I am excited to have the opportunity to serve as its mayor. I am committed to working hard to make Lincoln an even better place to live, work, and raise a family. Hansen's decision to run for mayor comes at a time when the city of Lincoln is facing a number of challenges, including a growing population, an aging infrastructure, and a shortage of affordable housing. As mayor, Hansen would be responsible for addressing these issues and working to improve the quality of life for all residents of the city. While Hansen's resignation from the Legislature may have been unexpected, it is not uncommon for politicians to leave their current positions in order to pursue higher office. In fact, many successful politicians have made the transition from state legislator to mayor, governor, or even president. As the race for the Lincoln mayoral seat heats up, it will be interesting to see how Hansen's decision to resign from the Legislature will impact his campaign. Will voters see him as a dedicated public servant who is willing to put his mayoral bid first, or will they view him as someone who abandoned his constituents for personal gain? Only time will tell.