Ernie Chambers Withdraws from Nebraska Legislature Race

Former Nebraska State Senator Ernie Chambers has officially withdrawn from the race for District 11, filing a Declaration of Nomination form on Monday. At the age of 87, Chambers, who previously served for 46 years, was running against incumbent Terrell McKinney, finishing a close second in the May primary by just four votes. With Chambers' withdrawal, McKinney will be the only candidate on the November ballot unless another candidate qualifies by petition. Chambers did not provide a reason for his decision but indicated he would remain active in voting and possibly other ways. McKinney expressed surprise at the news and gratitude for Chambers' long-standing advocacy for the community. Chambers' exit marks the end of his political career, as he mentioned this would conclude his time in politics.