Senator John Kennedy made a striking comment Sunday while speaking at a Republican event in Nebraska ahead of the November midterm elections. The Louisiana senator expressed strong affection for the state, saying he loved Nebraska "better than sex," a remark that drew laughter from the crowd.

Kennedy, 74, was attending the annual Steak Fry held at the Cass County Fairgrounds in support of fellow Republican Senator Pete Ricketts. During his remarks, he praised Nebraska and its residents, highlighting his fondness for the state as a primary reason for his presence.

“I’m here for one reason aside from the fact that I love Nebraska,” Kennedy said, before making the provocative comparison. He quickly softened the statement, adding, “Not really, OK, but I love Nebraska.”

The comment reflects a familiar folksy style that Kennedy, now in his second term, has employed during public appearances. The event drew Republicans from across the state as they prepared for the upcoming midterm elections set for November.