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Republican Adam Laxalt is leading in Nevada's Senate race against Democrat incumbent Sen. Catherine

Published: 08-10-2022 15:13

In Nevada's Senate race, Republican Adam Laxalt is leading Democrat incumbent Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto. Cortez Masto is seeking re-election this fall, but Laxalt has gained ground in recent polls.

Laxalt, the state's attorney general, has made support for President Donald Trump a key part of his campaign. He has also aligned himself with the state's powerful gun lobby and opposed a ballot measure that would have imposed new background check requirements on gun buyers.

Cortez Masto, meanwhile, has touted her work on immigration reform and environmental protection. She has also been critical of Trump, and has cast herself as a check on his power in Washington.

The race is considered one of the most competitive in the country, and both candidates are expected to spend millions of dollars on advertising in the months leading up to the November election.