Jonathan Allen is a senior national politics reporter for NBC News.
A Nebraska Republican state lawmaker said Monday that he remains opposed to switching how the state allocates its electoral votes — a blow to former President Donald Trump and his allies, who are seeking the change in a bid for an extra electoral vote this fall. 'After deep consideration, it is clear to me that right now, 43 days from Election Day, is not the moment to make this change,' state Sen. Mike McDonnell wrote in a letter obtained by NBC News.
In this election and those to come, Nebraskans will continue to lead the way by electing leaders at every level who stand up for the people and respect our spirit of independence,' Kleeb added. McDonnell’s announcement comes as Trump allies have worked behind the scenes to push for a special legislative session intended for the Republican-controlled Legislature to work to change the states apportionment procedures. Last week, Sen Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., a Trump ally, met with Nebraska Gov.
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