Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford Announces Run for Governor

Democrat Aaron Ford, Nevada's attorney general, has officially entered the 2026 gubernatorial race to challenge Republican incumbent Joe Lombardo, in a highly contested and pivotal battleground state. Ford, who would be Nevada’s first Black governor, emphasizes his working-class background and policies aimed at helping everyday Nevadans, contrasting with Lombardo’s moderate stance and the broader political climate influenced by Trump-era politics. The race is complicated by potential candidates like former Gov. Sisolak and intra-party primary challenges, with Lombardo holding a significant financial advantage and facing a sluggish state economy.