Samuel White
Democratic candidate for U.S. House in Nevada
NV-02 Democratic nominee?
$54.9K
JUN 10, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Live Odds — NV-02 Democratic nominee?
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0.1%chance to win
$54.9KJUN 10, 2026Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleCandidate
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
LocationNevada
Notable personal detailsSamuel White filed as a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District in the 2026 cycle and established the committee “Samuel White for Congress.” In 2026, he publicly announced he withdrew from the campaign while remaining on the ballot, and stated his endorsement of Morgan Wadsworth.
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Political Positions
Economy & Taxes
The candidate supports significantly higher taxes on the very wealthy, including a wealth tax on billionaires, and proposals to close tax-code loopholes while lowering taxes for middle- and working-class households. The platform emphasizes redistributing wealth to address inequality and expanding government programs (e.g., Medicare for All) tied to that fiscal approach.
Healthcare
Supports Medicare for All and lists it as a core campaign priority, signaling advocacy for a major public expansion of health coverage.
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Immigration & Border
Supports abolishing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), redirecting ICE funds to social services, banning private prisons/detention centers, and emphasizes immigration as part of the country’s founding and a humanitarian approach.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate’s campaign platform describes reproductive rights and reproductive healthcare as part of women’s rights and affirms bodily autonomy. The campaign page lists “healthcare and reproductive rights” among priorities for women’s rights and equality.
Latest News
Samuel White is being mentioned in coverage of Nevada’s expectedly competitive 2026 governor’s race. The main focus is on Democrats trying to win back the governorship, with affordability issues likely to shape the campaign. The reporting does not give any specific new action or statement from White himself.
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