Former Air Force Judge Advocate Forms Exploratory Committee for Independent Challenge to U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith
LEMOYNE, NE — Mark Cohen, a former Air Force Judge Advocate, Lemoyne resident, and karate instructor in Ogallala, has launched an exploratory committee to consider an independent campaign for Nebraska’s 3rd Congressional District against U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith.
Cohen says his potential candidacy stems from deep frustration with the current political climate.
“I love my country, and I’m fed up with a two-party system that forces voters to choose between extremists,” Cohen said. “It rewards politicians for using simplistic labels that pit neighbor against neighbor.”
Former Air Force Attorney Considering Independent Run Against Nebraska U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith
LINCOLN, NE — Mark Cohen, a resident of Lemoyne, has initiated an exploratory committee to assess the feasibility of an independent candidacy for the U.S. House of Representatives, targeting Nebraska’s 3rd Congressional District in the upcoming 2026 midterms. This district, known for its conservative leaning, encompasses central and western Nebraska and parts of the northeastern and southeastern regions.
Currently represented by U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith, who has served since 2006, the district faces a Republican primary challenge from former U.S. Border Patrol agent David Huebner, alongside Democratic contender Becky Stille. Cohen, a former Air Force Judge Advocate and karate instructor, expressed his discontent with the polarized two-party system, emphasizing his belief that voters are being forced to choose between extremist candidates.
Former Air Force Judge Advocate Forms Exploratory Committee for Independent Challenge to U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith
LEMOYNE, NE, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Mark Cohen, a former Air Force Judge Advocate, Lemoyne resident, and karate instructor in Ogallala, has launched an exploratory committee to consider an independent campaign for Nebraska’s 3rd Congressional District against U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith.
Former Air Force Judge Advocate Forms Exploratory Committee for Independent Challenge to U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith
LEMOYNE, NE, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Mark Cohen, a former Air Force Judge Advocate, Lemoyne resident, and karate instructor in Ogallala, has launched an exploratory committee to consider an independent campaign for Nebraska’s 3rd Congressional District against U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith.
Former Air Force attorney mulling indy bid against Nebraska U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith
Mark Cohen has launched an exploratory committee to consider an independent U.S. House bid in Nebraska’s 3rd Congressional District. (Courtesy of Mark Cohen)
LINCOLN — Lemoyne resident Mark Cohen has launched an exploratory committee to consider an independent bid for Nebraska’s 3rd Congressional District against U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith in the 2026 midterms.
Former Air Force attorney mulling indy bid against Nebraska U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith
Former Air Force Judge Advocate Forms Exploratory Committee for Independent Challenge to U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith
LEMOYNE, NE — Mark Cohen, a former Air Force Judge Advocate, Lemoyne resident, and karate instructor in Ogallala, has launched an exploratory committee to consider an independent campaign for Nebraska’s 3rd Congressional District against U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith.
Former Air Force attorney mulling indy bid against Nebraska U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith
LINCOLN — Lemoyne resident Mark Cohen has launched an exploratory committee to consider an independent bid for Nebraska’s 3rd Congressional District against U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith in the 2026 midterms.
Former Air Force Judge Advocate Forms Exploratory Committee for Independent Challenge to U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith
LEMOYNE, NE, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Mark Cohen, a former Air Force Judge Advocate, Lemoyne resident, and karate instructor in Ogallala, has launched an exploratory committee to consider an independent campaign for Nebraska’s 3rd Congressional District against U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith.