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In first Nevada trip, Vance says Harris 'owns every failure' of Biden admin
By Isabella Aldrete, Eric NeugeborenHe accused Harris of being culpable for record-setting border crossings, a "cover-up" of President Joe Biden's health and an economy that saw high inflation (which has since eased).

An analysis found 26 new PACs and political nonprofits were registered between April 1 and the June 11 primary. The groups raked in more than $1.6 million in that period, which only became public this month.

The contribution was the Sands' largest contribution on the state level this election cycle.

'We're first cousins': Harris' longstanding ties to Nevada could benefit her 2024 run
By Gabby BirenbaumDuring the 11 months in which her 2020 presidential campaign was active — Harris ultimately dropped out before the Nevada caucus — she visited the state 10 times and hosted 27 events with a wide variety of demographic and interest groups, making her one of the most frequent visitors on the Silver State trail.

RFK Jr. has enough valid signatures to make Nevada ballot, officials say
By Eric NeugeborenOfficials verified about 22,000 signatures, more than the roughly 10,000 needed to qualify. The only other obstacle is a still-pending lawsuit by Democrats seeking to block Kennedy's ballot access.

Uber-backed ballot question capping attorney fees widely supported, internal poll finds
By Eric NeugeborenThe poll found that about 72 percent of respondents supported the proposal to cap attorney fees at 20 percent of all settlements and awards in civil cases.

Nevada Democratic delegates unanimously back Harris for president
By Gabby BirenbaumNevada's delegation to the Democratic National Convention committed its 49 votes to Vice President Kamala Harris — securing the swing state's slate of delegates for Harris as she attempts to rapidly consolidate support after President Joe Biden dropped out of the presidential race Sunday.

'Harrismentum?' Nevada campaign sees more enthusiasm, volunteers after Biden withdrawal
By Gabby BirenbaumDozens of first-time volunteers showed up at campaign events. Voters who had previously been unengaged answered texts from the campaign for the first time. Infrequent volunteers committed to more phone banking and canvassing shifts. And in East Las Vegas — where the campaign's office focused on Latino voters, a group the president had struggled to connect with — 12 voters walked in and volunteered on the spot.

Biden drops out of presidential race; Nevada leaders react
By Gabby BirenbaumBiden said he had decided not to accept the Democratic Party's nomination and offered "my full support and endorsement" for Vice President Kamala Harris.

Sam Brown was one of several U.S. Senate hopefuls to take the stage Tuesday night in Milwaukee, providing him with a prime opportunity to introduce himself to a national audience — and donor base.

Nevada voter ID ballot question qualifies for 2024 ballot
By Kelsea FrobesThe measure, which survived an initial legal challenge, would be placed on the 2026 ballot if it passes this year.

Judge tosses GOP suit that sought to end Nevada's post-Election Day ballot counting
By Eric NeugeborenIn a Wednesday ruling, Chief U.S. District Court Judge Miranda Du dismissed the case on the grounds that the plaintiffs did not have standing to file the lawsuit.

Biden tests positive for COVID during Las Vegas trip; cancels speech
By Eric NeugeborenPresident Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19 Wednesday afternoon while visiting Las Vegas.

Nevada legislative fundraising close in key races; millions pour into ballot initiatives
By Eric NeugeborenAcross 10 contested legislative races throughout the second quarter, Democratic and Republican candidates each led the fundraising race in five of them.

After primaries, Nevada Democrats lead fundraising battle across congressional races
By Gabby Birenbaum, Eric NeugeborenWith the primary finalized and congressional contests now set, Democrats — and a self-funding independent — maintained massive financial leads over their Republican opponents through the end of June.

In Vegas, Biden woos Black voters with promises of economic equity, civil rights
By Isabella Aldrete, Gabby BirenbaumPresident Joe Biden kicked off his Tuesday visit to Nevada by courting Black voters and at an economic summit with Rep. Steven Horsford.

Washoe County certifies recount after refusing to do so last week
By Tabitha MuellerThe revote, requested by Commissioner Clara Andriola, follows a petition filed by the attorney general seeking the Nevada Supreme Court to compel the board to act.

Brown raises $4 million in second quarter as Nevada Senate race heats up
By Gabby BirenbaumRepublican Senate nominee Sam Brown will report raising more than $4 million in the second quarter of 2024, easily the Army veteran's best fundraising quarter yet.
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Horsford to appear with Biden at Black voter event Tuesday
By Gabby BirenbaumRep. Steven Horsford (D-NV) will appear with President Joe Biden at a North Las Vegas event Tuesday, a welcome sign for a president whom high-profile Democrats avoided at a rally in Michigan on Friday.

D.C. Download: What Nevada Democrats are weighing amid calls for Biden to drop out
By Gabby BirenbaumCan President Joe Biden beat former President Donald Trump? Is he fit enough to serve four more years? And do voters' opinions on the latter question impact the former?