Aaron Ford
Coverage of Aaron Ford in the Nexus archive.
- Judge drops Nevada case against electors accused of forging certificate in 2020 election
A judge dismissed a yearslong case in Nevada against six Republicans accused of submitting a bogus certificate falsely declaring Donald Trump the winner of the 2020 presidential election. This ruling marks the latest setback for efforts to prosecute fake electors, following similar dismissals in Arizona, Michigan and Georgia. The Nevada Attorney General plans to appeal this dismissal.
- Judge drops Nevada case against electors accused of forging certificate in 2020 election
A judge dropped a yearslong case in Nevada against six Republicans accused of submitting a bogus certificate regarding the 2020 election. Judge Mary Kay Holthus ruled that there was a lack of evidence showing the electors intended to deceive government officials, also determining that the state failed to disclose exculpatory evidence.
- Judge drops Nevada case against electors accused of forging certificate in 2020 election
A judge ruled that a yearslong case against six Nevada Republicans has been dismissed after they were accused of submitting a bogus certificate regarding the state’s 2020 presidential election. Judge Mary Kay Holthus determined there was insufficient evidence to prove the electors intended to deceive government officials, and also found that the state failed to disclose exculpatory evidence to the grand jury.
- GOP gov. claims swing-state opponent's agenda carries $18B price tag in explosive report as key midterm nears
Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo's campaign estimates Aaron Ford's policy agenda would generate $18.1 billion in costs, including $7.93 billion in state spending over four years, while Ford's campaign disputes the analysis. A University of Nevada, Reno professor supports the $18 billion estimate as reasonable.
- GOP gov. claims swing-state opponent's agenda carries $18B price tag in explosive report as key midterm nears
Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo's campaign claims Democratic rival Aaron Ford's policy agenda would incur $18.1 billion in combined government and private-sector costs over four years, including $7.93 billion in state spending. Ford's campaign disputes the analysis, arguing it misrepresents proposals and classifies costs incorrectly. A University of Nevada, Reno professor supports Lombardo's report, calling the $18 billion estimate reasonable.
- ‘I’m Joe Lombardo’: Nevada governor not ticketed after being pulled over in a traffic stop
Nevada's governor, Joe Lombardo, was pulled over by a Las Vegas police officer for allegedly failing to stop at a red light before making a right turn but was not ticketed after identifying himself. The officer, from the police department Lombardo previously led as sheriff, explained the violation but allowed him to leave without a citation, a common practice for minor infractions.
- Voting rights advocates score three legal victories but remain on alert against election threats
The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a Mississippi law allowing mail ballots postmarked by Election Day to be counted if received within five business days, preserving similar policies in Nevada and other states. Voting rights advocates celebrated this and two other recent legal victories but remain concerned about potential election restrictions. Trump criticized the ruling and promoted the SAVE America Act, which requires proof of citizenship to register to vote but is stalled in the Senate.
- Ford triumphs in Nevada governor primary, takes aim at Republican incumbent
Aaron Ford won the Nevada Democratic primary for governor with 63.8% of the vote, while Republican incumbent Joe Lombardo secured 91.1% in his primary. Both candidates will face off in the November general election.
- Nevada Attorney General Wins Democratic Nomination for Governor
Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford has won the Democratic nomination for governor. The announcement was made at a campaign event in East Las Vegas in July.
- Teresa Benitez-Thompson wins crowded Dem primary for Nevada House seat
Teresa Benitez-Thompson won the Democratic primary for Nevada's 2nd Congressional District, a historically Republican seat, after defeating seven opponents. The district, which includes Reno and rural areas, has not elected a Democrat to Congress and was won by Donald Trump by 14 and 11 points in the last two elections. Democrats hope a strong turnout could make the seat competitive.
- In Nevada, Trump's policies are making things tough for Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo
In Nevada, Trump's policies are making things tough for Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo. Nevada Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford will challenge him for his office in November.
- Nevada’s top cop wins Dem primary, takes on Gov Lombardo
Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford won the Democratic primary against Alexis Hill, advancing to face Republican Governor Joe Lombardo in a competitive gubernatorial race. Ford's campaign focused on housing affordability, while critics highlighted his travel expenses and an ethics investigation into potential misuse of office.
- Nevada’s top cop wins Dem primary, takes on Gov Lombardo
Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford won the Democratic primary for governor, advancing to a general election matchup with Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo. Ford's campaign focused on housing affordability, while facing criticism over travel expenses and an ethics investigation.
- Lombardo, Ford face off in high-stakes Nevada governor’s race
Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo is projected to face state Attorney General Aaron Ford in the governor’s race. Lombardo won the GOP primary but faces a challenging political battle for a second term.
- Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo to face off against Democrat Aaron Ford in Nevada’s race for governor
Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo and Democrat Aaron Ford have advanced to the general election for Nevada governor. The race pits Lombardo against Ford in the state's gubernatorial contest.
- Joe Lombardo cruises past six GOP challengers to secure Nevada Republican gubernatorial nomination
Joe Lombardo secured the Republican nomination for Nevada governor, defeating six GOP challengers. He will face the Democratic nominee, likely from a field including Aaron Ford and Alexis Hill, in the general election. The race is a key contest in the 2026 midterms in the swing state of Nevada.
- Joe Lombardo cruises past six GOP challengers to secure Nevada Republican gubernatorial nomination
Joe Lombardo secured the Republican nomination for Nevada governor, defeating six GOP challengers. He will face the Democratic nominee in the general election, with state Attorney General Aaron Ford and Washoe County Commissioner Alexis Hill among the Democratic primary candidates.
- GOP primary for open US House seat and Democratic governors race highlight Nevada ballot
Nevadans are selecting party nominees for two congressional seats and a governor’s race amid issues like affordable housing shortages and energy demand. Key races include a Democratic challenge to Republican Governor Joe Lombardo and a GOP primary in the 2nd Congressional District with Trump-endorsed candidate David Flippo.
- AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Nevada’s state primary
Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo will face six Republican challengers in a state primary, while state Attorney General Aaron Ford, Washoe County Commissioner Alexis Hill, and four others will compete for the Democratic nomination.
- AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Nevada’s state primary
Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo will face six Republican challengers in the state primary, while six Democrats compete for the nomination. Other races include U.S. House primaries and a mayoral election in Henderson. Dark-money groups are heavily funding the gubernatorial contest.
- Roblox to implement youth protections and pay $12m in Nevada settlement
Roblox will implement youth protections including age verification, restricted nighttime notifications for minors, and limited chats. The company will pay over $12 million to Nevada as part of a first-of-its-kind settlement, as stated by Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford.