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Aaron Hanson

Republican · Nebraska · 2026 · Incumbent

On the November 3 ballot for Douglas County Sheriff, Nebraska

Was Aaron Hanson elected? The official answer comes November 30.

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What local news is reporting

Not official yetUpdated November 4, 2026

This report is cited to the outlet that published it. We do not call races. Official running count: Nebraska official results.

Douglas County Sheriff
Mark Martinez won the race for Douglas County Sheriff, KETV reported.KETV, “Nebraska 2026 midterm election results: Douglas County”, November 4, 2026. Unofficial until certified.

Reports are checked daily until Nebraska certifies on November 30; a certified winner replaces the report on that day.

Top priorities

From the campaign site

  • Addressing repeat violent offenders through specialized units
  • Addressing mental health and homelessness issues
  • Traffic safety enforcement
Biography

Hanson was elected in 2022 as Douglas County's 31st Sheriff after 29 years of law enforcement service, including 26 years with the Omaha Police Department in roles such as K9 Unit Handler and Gang Unit Sergeant, per his campaign site. Before being elected Sheriff, he served as Executive Director of the Nebraska Center for Workforce Development and as President of the Omaha Police Officers Association, per his campaign site.

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