Aaron Ford beats GOP incumbent in Nevada governor's race
GOP Gov. Joe Lombardo struggled in Nevada as the economy struggled because of tariffs and a decline in tourism.
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GOP Gov. Joe Lombardo struggled in Nevada as the economy struggled because of tariffs and a decline in tourism.
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