Voters Remain Angry Over Inflation Despite Lower Rates

Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo, a Republican, is in a tight reelection race against Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford. Coverage describes the contest as able to go either way.

• 335,000+ ballots were already cast with just over a week left.
• $5.35 a gallon was the price at a Las Vegas Circle K.
• $2,000 per-household gas rebate is Ford's demand to Trump.
• Ford would be Nevada's first Black governor.

Why it matters: Democrats call Lombardo their top gubernatorial target. Republicans want to keep their governorship in a presidential swing state.

• Ford blames high fuel prices on what he calls Trump's war of choice against Iran.
• Lombardo cites job growth, higher teacher pay and falling crime.

How 3 sources split on this story

Where they split: The race turns on whether voters judge Lombardo by his state record or by his ties to Trump.

What’s next: Voting ends in just over a week. Lombardo has a large fundraising advantage.

• Lombardo is attacking Ford over his out-of-state travel and a clemency case.
• Will Lombardo's selective breaks with Trump on Medicaid and energy projects carry weight with voters?
• How much will fuel prices shape turnout in Nevada?