LINCOLN- Former Gov. Pete Ricketts closed out his governorship this Thursday, calling his old job the "honor and privilege of a lifetime" and the "best job in the world." Ricketts is exiting his position with his eye on another, the soon-to-be-vacated Senate seat left by Ben Sasse, which the former Governor applied for in December.

"I want to continue to look for ways to be able to serve the people of Nebraska," said the former Governor, "and I believe that my experience as governor for the last eight years makes me the best candidate to be the next U.S. Senator." Ricketts went on to list several of his greatest accomplishments, including improving how Nebraska's government is run, updating tax relief, and leading us through the pandemic and widespread flooding.

"I believe that is a strong case for why I should be the next U.S. Senator," he finished. Sen. Ben Sasse's resignation will take effect on January 8th, and many expect Governor Pillen to appoint Ricketts. State Sen. Tom Briese, in a goodbye statement to outgoing-Governor Ricketts, said, "His legacy is one he can be proud of in the arena of fiscal restraint and tax reform."

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