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Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford, left, will face Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo, right, in Nevada's race for governor this November.
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Policy and Politics
In Nevada, Trump's policies are making things tough for Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo
Paul Boger
In one of the most competitive races for governor this year, Nevada Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford will challenge Republican Gov. Joe Lomardo for his office in November.
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Education and Community Culture
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President Trump, then former President Donald Trump, gestures to supporters at an election night watch party at the State Fairgrounds on February 24, 2024, in Columbia, S.C. Also pictured is Republican South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, who is running for governor in 2026.
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Evette, backed by Trump, and Wilson, a Trump supporter, head to S.C. governor runoff
Gavin Jackson

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