Nebraska Republican Candidate May Have Broken the Financial Disclosure Law

Brinker Harding says he has “nothing to hide,” but missed two deadlines to file his personal disclosures.

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Brinker Harding, the Republican candidate for Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District, has yet to file his personal financial disclosure required under a federal elections law. Josh Funk/AP

Brinker Harding, the Republican candidate for Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District, emerged victorious from the crowded primary last week, appearing ready to take on his Democratic challenger in the pivotal race for the swing seat.

One hiccup: It appears Harding has violated a federal ethics law by failing to disclose mandatory details about his personal finances.

Under the Ethics in Government Act, congressional candidates must submit a financial disclosure report within 30 days of raising or spending more than $5,000 — or by May 15, whichever date comes later in a given calendar year.