Kate Marshall
Democratic candidate for Mayor in Nevada
$272.11
NOV 7, 2026
General Election
Voters choose the office holder.
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86%chance to win
$272.11NOV 7, 2026Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleFormer Lieutenant Governor
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyLiberal Democrat
Age67 years old (Jul 22, 1959)
GenderFemale
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LocationNevada
BackgroundLawyer
EducationJuris Doctor, University of California, Berkeley (1990)
Notable personal detailsKathleen Marie "Kate" Marshall is an American lawyer and politician who served as Nevada State Treasurer (2007–2015) and as the 35th Lieutenant Governor of Nevada (2019–2021). She previously worked as a trial attorney in the U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division and as a senior deputy attorney general in Nevada, and later led a small private law practice in Reno. Marshall has also served as a Peace Corps teacher in Kenya and has been a candidate for Reno mayor.
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Political Positions
Economy & Taxes
Kate Marshall emphasizes fiscal discipline, auditing city finances, and making the most of every tax dollar. She also supports reviewing tax incentives, using tax increment financing when it helps revitalize blighted areas, and backing policies that support small businesses and local economic activity.
Immigration & Border
Kate Marshall supported common-sense immigration reform that was tough, fair, and practical. Her statement backed a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants while also saying reform should ensure safety and security for residents and keep borders secure.
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Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Kate Marshall has publicly supported protecting abortion access and reproductive freedom. Her 2019 testimony backed Nevada legislation to update abortion laws and said women should not fear criminal penalties for exercising their right to choose. Her 2026 campaign also highlighted an endorsement noting a shared commitment to reproductive rights.
Climate & Energy
Kate Marshall’s campaign emphasizes wildfire preparedness and responsible stewardship, and her earlier role as lieutenant governor included work on outdoor recreation and dark-sky designations. The publicly available material reviewed here does not show a clear, detailed position on broader energy policy or emissions regulation.
Public Safety & Guns
Kate Marshall presents herself as a gun-safety aligned candidate and says she is honored to be recognized by Moms Demand Action as a Gun Sense Candidate. Her campaign frames community safety and preparedness as a top public safety priority, emphasizing prevention, coordination, and accountability rather than gun-rights expansion.
Latest News
Kate Marshall is in the news as a Reno mayoral candidate, with downtown revitalization emerging as a major issue in the 2026 race. A recent opinion piece says candidates, including Marshall, have not clearly laid out detailed plans for downtown Reno. The main takeaway is that voters are still waiting for a clearer vision on development, public space, and city services in the downtown area.
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