Trump-backed Buck wins GOP primary in Nevada House race

Nevada state Sen. Carrie Buck won the Republican nomination for Nevada's 1st Congressional District on Tuesday, defeating businessman Michael Boris and other candidates in a closely watched primary contest. Buck will now challenge Democratic Rep. Dina Titus in the November general election. Buck, an educator and former school principal, secured endorsements from President Donald Trump and Gov. Joe Lombardo, as well as backing from national Republican groups focused on expanding the party's House majority. The Republican primary field also included appliance repair contractor Michael Boris, former pastor and educator Jim Blockey, Rick Saga, and Marie Encar Arnold. Buck's campaign held a significant fundraising advantage throughout the race and was viewed as the frontrunner. Boris had argued that Republicans needed an outsider candidate to defeat Titus, criticizing Buck as an establishment-backed contender. The general election will take place in a district that has long favored Democrats but has become more competitive following recent redistricting. The Cook Political Report has rated the race as "Likely Democrat."