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Joe Lombardo
R · Nevada · 2026 · IncumbentA former Clark County sheriff and Army veteran, his first term has emphasized public safety, education accountability and school choice, and holding the line on taxes. National analysts rate his race against Aaron Ford among the most competitive governor contests of 2026.
Priorities
- Keep taxes low and manage state budgets conservatively
- Expand school choice and education accountability
- Strengthen public safety with law-enforcement experience
Key voting record
- Served as Clark County sheriff before winning the governorship in 2022, and as governor has signed education, public-safety, and budget legislation while vetoing a record number of bills from the Democratic-led Legislature. Served
On the ballot
Governor · Nevada · 2026
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