1952 United States Senate special election in Nebraska

The 1952 United States Senate special election in Nebraska took place on November 2, 1952. Kenneth S. Wherry was elected to the term in 1948. Following his death, State Senator Fred A. Seaton was appointed to the vacancy. Dwight Griswold was elected to complete Wherry's term, defeating William Ritchie. The election was held alongside a regular election. Griswold underperformed Dwight D. Eisenhower, who won the state with 69.15% of the vote in the presidential election.

Candidates

 * William Ritchie, chairman of the Nebraska Democratic Committee
 * Henry L. Fillman, farmer and insurance businessman

Candidates

 * Dwight Griswold, former Governor of Nebraska