Aaron Ford defeats Joe Lombardo in Nevada governor’s race

Politics · First reported 4 Nov, 09:12 · Updated 10:31

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The Associated Press projected Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford to defeat Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo. Coverage describes affordability, housing, education and healthcare as campaign issues, while also noting disputes over spending, economic development and federal policy.

The Associated Press projected Democrat Aaron Ford’s victory over Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo.
Ford campaigned on cost-of-living concerns and housing, while the candidates also disputed education, healthcare, energy costs and economic development.
Ford is described as Nevada’s first Black governor; coverage also notes his lawsuits against Trump administration policies and Lombardo’s defense of his record.

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Key facts

Race call: The Associated Press projected Aaron Ford to defeat Joe Lombardo.
Ford’s role: Nevada attorney general since 2019, according to Fox.
Historic distinction: Ford would be Nevada’s first Black governor.
Federal funding estimate: NPR reports Nevada risks losing an estimated $1.2 billion in federal funding.
Gas prices: NPR says gas prices were over $5 per gallon.