Khanna joins Osborn's campaign

Rep. Ro Khanna, a California Democrat, will campaign Saturday with Dan Osborn, an independent running for Nebraska's Senate seat. Khanna is the first elected official to support Osborn's bid.

Osborn vows independence from both parties

Osborn has pledged not to caucus with Republicans or Democrats if elected. He is challenging incumbent Sen. Pete Ricketts, a former Nebraska governor, in the most heavily Republican state where Khanna has campaigned.

Khanna on his controversial appearance

Khanna acknowledged his presence might concern conservative voters. He told CBS News: "I tell these folks, do you really want an Indian American of Hindu faith who's a proud progressive coming out?"

“I tell these folks, do you really want an Indian American of Hindu faith who's a proud progressive coming out?”

Epstein files unite the panel

Khanna will appear at a town hall with former Montana Gov. Marc Racicot and former Illinois Congressman Joe Walsh. Osborn said the Epstein case brought the panel together around shared concerns about corruption.

Sabato's Crystal Ball shifts Nebraska race

With less than three weeks before Election Day, Sabato's Crystal Ball shifted Nebraska in Osborn's favor from Likely Republican to Leans Republican, signalling a tightening race.