Notable personal detailsGary L. Rogge is a Nebraska political candidate from Auburn who ran in the Republican primary for Governor of Nebraska in 2026. He is a University of Nebraska–Lincoln graduate (College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources) and has described work experience with Burlington Northern railroad before returning to Auburn to farm. He also served for six years in the Nebraska Army National Guard and previously ran for the University of Nebraska Board of Regents (District 5) in 2024.