Democrat Aaron Ford won the Nevada primary election for governor, setting up a general election challenge against incumbent Republican Governor Joe Lombardo.
Ford, who has served as Nevada Attorney General since 2018, will now face Lombardo, who was elected governor in 2022 with the endorsement of former President Donald Trump. The Cook Political Report rates the general election as a toss-up.
Ford's Campaign
Ford's primary campaign focused on criticizing Lombardo over rising costs of living and linking the governor to President Trump, aiming to galvanize Democratic support.
Lombardo's Record
Lombardo's accomplishments in office include:
- A bipartisan bill on school district accountability
- Tightening criminal justice reforms enacted after 2020
- Efforts to increase housing attainability
- Securing public financing for a new MLB stadium for the Oakland Athletics
Key Endorsement
The Culinary Union, representing approximately 60,000 hospitality workers in Nevada, has endorsed Ford. The union, which operates polling sites at casinos across the state, is a powerful force in Nevada politics.