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Aaron Ford’s Radical Ties Risk Alienating Nevada’s Surging Independent Voters in 2026 Governor Race

January 23, 2026 1:54 pmJanuary 23, 2026 2:58 pm

As Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford ramps up his campaign for governor in 2026, his alliances with far-left figures and organizations are drawing sharp scrutiny. Ford, who confirmed his bid in December 2024, has positioned himself as a progressive champion,...

Nevada Federal Judge Orders Release of Convicted MS-13 Murderer; DOJ Vows to Seek Further Review

January 23, 2026 11:39 amJanuary 26, 2026 11:21 am

In yet another controversial ruling (see below) that has sparked outrage among law enforcement and the U.S. Department of Justice, U.S. District Judge Richard F. Boulware II ordered the immediate release of Harvey Laureano-Rosales, a convicted murderer and former MS-13...

DOJ Files SCOTUS Brief Backing GOP Bid to Block Newsom’s Prop 50 ‘Power Grab’

January 22, 2026 5:50 pmJanuary 23, 2026 11:48 am

In a significant escalation of the legal battle over California’s controversial Proposition 50, the U.S. Department of Justice today filed a brief (see below) with the Supreme Court supporting Republican plaintiffs’ emergency request to enjoin the use of the new...

Assemblyman DeMaio Accuses Gov Newsom of Treason Over Davos Remarks Urging Global Leaders to ‘Fight’ US Policies

January 22, 2026 3:03 pmJanuary 22, 2026 3:03 pm

In a scathing video commentary released today, California State Assemblyman Carl DeMaio (R-San Diego), Chairman of Reform California, accused Governor Gavin Newsom of committing treason during his recent trip to the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland. “Gavin Newsom...

Secretary Bessent Slams Governor Newsom as ‘Patrick Bateman Meets Sparkle Beach Ken’ in Davos Smackdown

January 21, 2026 5:32 pmJanuary 22, 2026 11:56 am

In Davos at the 2026 World Economic Forum, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent took direct aim at California Governor Gavin Newsom, mocking his economic leadership and labeling him “Patrick Bateman meets Sparkle Beach Ken” – a reference to the superficial,...

Las Vegas Strip Takes a Hit: Visitor Numbers Down, But Off-Strip Casinos Thrive

January 21, 2026 12:24 pmJanuary 22, 2026 2:14 am

Sin City is feeling the pinch. Las Vegas tourism continues its slide, with visitor arrivals dropping noticeably in 2025 amid economic pressures, policy hurdles, and shifting traveler preferences. According to the latest data from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors...

AG Aaron Ford Unveils ‘Affordable Nevada’ Housing Plan Amid Gubernatorial Campaign

January 20, 2026 2:41 pmJanuary 20, 2026 2:41 pm

As Nevada grapples with soaring housing costs that have left renters and aspiring homeowners struggling, Democratic gubernatorial candidate and current Attorney General Aaron Ford has released his “Affordable Nevada” plan, aiming to tackle the crisis through renter protections, development incentives,...