# Governor Uses Personal Phone for State Business

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Podcast: [Lincoln News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/lincoln-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7568434)
Published: 2026-06-19T22:01:01+00:00
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Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen is sparking controversy by refusing to disclose records from his personal phone, claiming no state calls were made or received — a stance that defies decades of precedent and transparency norms. His office also stopped releasing public schedules and invoked “executive privilege” to withhold emails — a legal claim not recognized in Nebraska’s public records laws. Critics argue this tactic lets him hide communications from personal devices used for official business, undermining public accountability and challenging long-standing legal interpretations. The Flatwater Free Press continues to press for clarity on whether private devices are exempt from public records laws — a question that could reshape how state officials handle transparency moving forward. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7bea4c94b7dc78e4

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