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NOV 7, 2026
General Election
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Prediction market probabilities from Kalshi, updated as market prices change. Last updated Aug 7, 2026, 1:38 AM UTC.
source: Kalshi
Compare the candidates' live odds and polling averages. Updated .
| Candidate | Live odds | Poll average |
|---|---|---|
| Aaron FordDemocratic | 55% | 40.6% |
| Joe LombardoRepublican | 48% | 46.3% |
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Recent reporting and announcements directly related to this race and its candidates.
Nevada’s governor race remains very competitive, with Joe Lombardo’s re-election bid described as one of the tightest in the country. Democrats are focusing on Aaron Ford and are actively targeting the seat, including a Nevada stop by Gavin Newsom. Republicans are leaning on Trump’s endorsement and his 2024 Nevada win. The race still looks highly competitive, with no clear shift in either direction. Trump’s endorsement may help Lombardo, but Democratic targeting and fundraising keep the market balanced.
For now, her focus is on voting rights and the midterms. But her eye toward artificial intelligence and women’s issues could inform her next steps.
Gov. Gavin Newsom reiterated past remarks that Democrats nationwide need to be more pugnacious as the party casts about for a replacement to Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, who dropped out Wednesday after an ex-girlfriend accused him of sexual assault.
Nevada, South Carolina and North Dakota hosted primary elections Tuesday, but much of the political world was focused on Maine’s high-stakes U.S. Senate contest. The results were never in question....
Nevadans are choosing their party nominees Tuesday for two closely watched congressional seats and the governor’s race, among others, as the state grapples with an affordable housing shortage, exploding energy demand from data centers and federal cuts to key state programs.
Congressman Kevin Kiley was one of the main targets of Proposition 50, the Democratic-backed redistricting effort passed by voters last year.
Rep. Eric Swalwell dropped his bid for California governor after a growing number of Democrats called on him to step aside following a bombshell report.
Iowa will not have a sanctioned spot on the 2028 presidential primary calendar, even after national Democrats added two additional early voting states
Black Democratic voters were reluctant adopters of Zohran Mamdani, the socialist mayor of New York City, in 2025.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is taking her first major step onto the national stage, endorsing 13 Democrats — as the moderate signals she may jump into the debate over her party's future.
Silver State Lt. Gov. Stavros Anthony discusses the Nevada economy, its booming sports and entertainment businesses and the future of space tourism.
Polling results and averages based on polls published between May 15, 2023 and Jul 29, 2026.
Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne
Notable endorsements from elected officials, organizations and public figures.
Washoe Education Association
Washoe Education Association endorsed Aaron Ford for governor.
Reproductive Freedom for All
Reproductive Freedom for All endorsed Aaron Ford for governor.
Catherine Cortez Masto
U.S. Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto endorsed Aaron Ford in the Nevada governor race.
Professional Firefighters of Nevada
Professional Firefighters of Nevada endorsed Joe Lombardo as part of its election slate.
Clark County Education Association
Clark County Education Association endorsed Joe Lombardo for a second term.
Clark County Education Association
Clark County Education Association endorsed Joe Lombardo for Nevada governor.
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