Former State Senator Julie Slama has suspended her campaign for State Treasurer, two days after announcing her campaign.
On Monday, State Treasurer Tom Briese resigned, and Governor Jim Pillen announced that Fremont mayor Joey Spellerberg was appointed for the rest of the term.
“After Monday’s announcement of a leadership change in the office and after meeting with Joey Spellerberg today, I believe Joey will bring the energy and perspective needed in the role of State Treasurer.” Slama said in a statement.
Slama will refund donors to her campaign, and has endorsed Spellerberg for the state treasurer race.
Spellerberg has served as mayor of Fremont since 2020, and he is expected to resign as mayor today.
UPDATE 7PM: CentralNebraskaToday.com recieved a statement from State Treasurer Joey Spellerberg:
“I’m deeply grateful for Senator Julie Slama’s trust and support,” Spellerberg said. “Julie has been instrumental in shaping the next generation of conservative leadership in Nebraska. From her leadership in advancing election integrity with the overwhelming passage of the Constitutional Amendment for Voter ID, to her remarkable advocacy for her district during the historic 2019 floods, Julie has set a strong example of effective and principled leadership. I am confident we will continue working together to bring conservative results to Nebraska.”