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Congressman Fortenberry Considering Run for Senate Seat

By: 10/11 News Email
Posted: Mon 4:03 PM, Feb 18, 2013

Following Senator Mike Johanns announcement Monday afternoon, Congressman Jeff Fortenberry issued a statement saying he will consider running for the United State Senate.

His office released the following statement:

"Most importantly, today is a day to thank Mike Johanns for his distinguished career of service; he is a model public servant. Given this turn of events, I feel compelled to say I will consider a run for the United States Senate. I will listen to Nebraskans, explore the questions of how I might most effectively serve, and weigh the demands of such an endeavor with my family."


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