In Nebraska, Jim Pillen has won the Republican primary for governor, according to a race call from The Associated Press.
Riding the endorsement of Gov. Pete Ricketts and much of the state's GOP establishment, Pillen, a hog producer and University of Nebraska regent, held off rival candidates that included Charles Herbster – a political newcomer backed by former President Donald Trump – and State Sen. Brett Lindstrom.
Pillen's win is a loss for Trump and the power of his endorsement.
Could this be the crack needed to start loosening Trump's icy grip on the Republican party ? Will other Republicans be brave enough to come forward and announce they are running for President in 2024 ?