Legislative District 18 race pits financial adviser against AI strategist

Source Scout · Nebraska Examiner reports: Candidates Jess Goldoni and Taylor Royal both seek first elected post The 2026 candidates for Legislative District 18, from left: Jess Goldoni of Omaha and Taylor Royal of Bennington. Christy Armendariz of Omaha declined to seek reelection. (Photos courtesy of the candidates/campaigns | Nebraska Capitol photo by Zach Wendling/Nebraska Examiner) BENNINGTON — It was the crack of dawn when legislative candidate Jess Goldoni opened a listening session at a local cafe, fielding concerns ranging from data centers to technology overreach and tax-burdened startups.

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