The Las Vegas Review-Journal editorial board has announced its endorsements for Nevada’s November 3, 2026, general election.

Below is a regularly updated list of the Review-Journal’s endorsed candidates in races across Southern Nevada, including the Nevada Legislature, Clark County Commission, judicial races, local government and school boards.

These endorsements represent the opinions of the Review-Journal editorial board, not the newspaper’s news staff. Select any race below to read the editorial board’s reasoning behind its recommendation.

State Senate

-Senate District 8: George Harris

“George Harris is a retired businessman who favors low taxes, regulatory reform and school choice.”

-Senate District 9: Maria Thompson

“Maria Thompson favors increased school choice, accountability measures such as Read by 3.”

-Senate District 12: Rafael Arroyo

“Rafael Arroyo is an entrepreneur and small businessman who wants to “keep those bad California policies out of Nevada.’”

District Court

-Department 5: Veronica Barisich

“Veronica Barisich earned a 73 percent retention rating in the Review-Journal’s most recent judicial survey.”

-Department 8: Austin Beaumont

“Austin Beaumont called his opponent’s actions in opposition to the First Amendment ‘horrifying.’ He is the clear choice here.”

-Department 12: Michelle Leavitt

“Michelle Leavitt has deep ties to the community and a wealth of experience.”

Department 17: Jennifer Schwartz

“Jennifer Schwartz says her job is to ‘interpret and apply the law to the facts in front of me,’ adding she’s ‘not going to legislate from the bench.’ ”

Department 21: Tara Newberry

“Tara Newberry appreciates the ‘importance of transparency’ and how it serves as a check and balance on public servants.”

-Department 23: Martina Bauhaus

“Martina Bauhaus says she is frustrated by a justice system with ‘too much focus on the criminal’ and not enough on the victims.”

-Department 28: Noreen DeMonte

“Judicial experience makes Noreen DeMonte the best candidate in this race.”

-Department 29: Jacob Reynolds

“Jacob Reynolds has earned a full term.”

Department 30: Jerry Wiese

“Jerry Wiese has been on the bench for 16 years and consistently rated highly in our judicial survey.”

-Department 31: Alexandra Beth McLeod

“It’s a tough choice, but we urge a vote for Alexandra Beth McLeod.”

Family Court

-Department D: Gwynneth Smith

“These are two strong candidates, but we believe that her unique background gives Gwynneth Smith the edge.”

-Department E: Chuck Hoskin

“His opponent isn’t running a serious campaign. We urge a vote for Chuck Hoskin.”

-Department N: Kerri Jean Maxey

“She cites her “dedication” and “hard work” as reasons for her 79 percent retention rating in our 2025 survey. We recommend a vote for Kerri Jean Maxey.”

-Department P: No endorsement

-Department R: Marilyn Caston

“Marilyn Caston vows to speed up the process for litigants.”

-Department S: Randall Forman

“These are two excellent candidates, but his 14 years with Family Court mean Randall Forman will have a faster learning curve.”

Clark County Commission

-District E: Becky Harris

“Becky Harris distinguishes herself with her background and experience.”

-District F: Tick Segerblom

“Our politics don’t always align, but Tick Segerblom is a good fit for his district.”

-District G: Jim Gibson

“Jim Gibson’s knowledge of the district is unmatched, and he has been a steady and capable board member.”

Clark County offices

-County Assessor: Tamicka Washington

“Her knowledge of the role and her experience make Tamicka Washington the clear choice here.”

-County Clerk: Lynn Marie Goya

“Lynn Marie Goya runs a steady ship and deserves another term.”

-County Recorder: Tanya Flanagan

“Tanya Flanagan has the experience and is the better choice.”

-County Treasurer: J. Ken Diaz

“We see no reason to oust J. Ken Diaz.”

-Public Administrator: Michael Murphy

“Michael Murphy has the experience and background to succeed.”

Las Vegas

-Ward 2: Luke McCarthy

“Both candidates would be an asset to the council. But we give a slight edge to Luke McCarthy for his grasp of the issues.”

Las Vegas Municipal Court, Department 1: Matt Walker

“Matt Walker received one of the highest scores in the Review-Journal’s recent judicial survey, earning a 94.3 retention rating.”

Las Vegas Municipal Court, Department 2: Allycia Murphy

“Allycia Murphy’s depth of experience in Municipal Court gives her the advantage.”

Henderson

-Mayor: Michelle Romero

“Henderson remains a desirable place to live. Voters should re-elect Michelle Romero.”

-Ward 3: Carrie Cox

“Carrie Cox knows her district and said she wouldn’t support a tax increase.”

-Henderson Municipal Court, Department 1: Alicia Albritton

“Alicia Albritton’s four years of experience on the bench weigh heavily in her favor.”

-Henderson Municipal Court, Department 4: Michael Allmon

“We give a slight edge to Michael Allmon, who vows ‘disciplined, impartial justice.’ ”

North Las Vegas

-Mayor: Scott Black

“North Las Vegas residents shouldn’t mess with success. Scott Black is the best choice.”

-Ward 1: Esmeralda Villeda

“Voters should favor Esmeralda Villeda for her experience and firm grasp of local issues.”

Board of Regents

-District 2: Jennifer McGrath

“Voters have two excellent choices here, but Jennifer McGrath deserves a chance for a full term.”

-District 3: Byron Brooks

“His institutional knowledge and work to protect women’s sports make Byron Brooks the choice here.”

-District 5: Mo Denis

“His experience makes Mo Denis the easy selection”

School Board

-Trustee District D: David Gomez

“The reforms he seeks would improve the district. David Gomez is the better choice.”

-Trustee District F: Irene Bustamante Adams

“We recommend a vote for Irene Bustamante Adams based on her grasp of the details.”

-Trustee District G: Paul Casey

“Businessman Paul Casey promotes accountability with spending.”