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Aaron Ford wins Democratic primary, will challenge Gov. Joe Lombardo in Nevada

politicsJun 10, 2026322,350

Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford won the Democratic nomination and will challenge incumbent Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo this November. NBC projected both Ford and Lombardo as their parties' nominees after Tuesday's primaries, setting up one of the year's most competitive gubernatorial contests in Nevada. Observers note that former President Donald Trump's policy stances have complicated Lombardo's path to reelection, giving Democrats a clearer opening in the state. The winner will shape Nevada policy on housing, gaming and economic recovery and matter nationally because Nevada remains a key swing state.

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