Nevada's 1st Congressional District election, 2024 (June 11 Republican primary)

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Nevada's 1st Congressional District
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Election details
Filing deadline: March 15, 2024
Primary: June 11, 2024 General: November 5, 2024
How to vote
Poll times: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Voting in Nevada
Race ratings
Cook Political Report: Likely Democratic DDHQ and The Hill: Safe Democratic Inside Elections: Solid Democratic Sabato's Crystal Ball: Likely Democratic
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A Republican Party primary took place on June 11, 2024, in Nevada's 1st Congressional District to determine which Republican candidate would run in the district's general election on November 5, 2024.

Mark Robertson advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Nevada District 1.

All 435 seats were up for election. At the time of the election, Republicans had a 220 to 212 majority with three vacancies. As of June 2024, 45 members of the U.S. House had announced they were not running for re-election. To read more about the U.S. House elections taking place this year, click here.

In the 2022 election in this district, the Democratic candidate won 51.6%-46.0%. Daily Kos calculated what the results of the 2020 presidential election in this district would have been following redistricting. Joe Biden (D) would have defeated Donald Trump (R) 53.2%-44.7%.

Candidate filing deadline	Primary election	General election
March 15, 2024	June 11, 2024	November 5, 2024

A primary election is an election in which registered voters select a candidate that they believe should be a political party's candidate for elected office to run in the general election. They are also used to choose convention delegates and party leaders. Primaries are state-level and local-level elections that take place prior to a general election. Nevada has a closed primary system where a voter must be affiliated with a party to vote in that party's primary. A voter may be able to affiliate or change their affiliation on the day of the primary.

This page focuses on Nevada's 1st Congressional District Republican primary. For more in-depth information on the district's Democratic primary and the general election, see the following pages:

• Nevada's 1st Congressional District election, 2024 (June 11 Democratic primary)
• Nevada's 1st Congressional District election, 2024

Candidates and election results

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Nevada District 1

Mark Robertson defeated Flemming Larsen, Jim Blockey, Michael Boris, and Evan Stone in the Republican primary for U.S. House Nevada District 1 on June 11, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mark Robertson	48.2	14,102
		Flemming Larsen	39.1	11,434
	Submit photo	Jim Blockey	5.1	1,487
		Michael Boris	4.4	1,279
		Evan Stone	3.2	950

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 29,252
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Ron Quince (R)

Candidate profiles

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Michael Boris

Party: Republican Party

Incumbent: No

Political Office: None

Submitted Biography:  "Hey Nevada, I'm Michael Boris, your next game-changing Republican candidate for U.S. Congress, and I'm all about putting America First. I'm not your typical suit-and-tie politician; I'm a man of the people, for the people. As a Las Vegas local, I've seen the real issues our community faces, and I'm here to bring those to the forefront. Running my own appliance repair business, I've learned the value of hard work and practical solutions. I'm not about lofty promises; I'm about rolling up my sleeves and getting the job done. My business isn't just about fixing what's broken; it’s a metaphor for what I aim to do in Congress – repair, renew, and revitalize. When the sun sets, I take the stage as a stand-up comedian, giving a voice to the everyday struggles and joys of Americans. My comedy is a bridge between the people and politics, shedding light on the truth with a dose of laughter. As your Congressman, I pledge to be the voice of those who feel forgotten. I'm here to fight for an America where hard work is rewarded, where our values are upheld, and where every voice is heard. I stand for strong borders, a thriving economy, and policies that put our citizens first. I'm Michael Boris, and I'm not just running for Congress. I'm stepping into the ring for you, to bring back the true spirit of America – one where the government works for the people, not the other way around. Let's make America not just great, but greater than ever!""

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Key Messages

To read this candidate's full survey responses, click here.

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Engaging and Educating Across America: "I've had the privilege of hosting stages across the country, connecting with thousands, sharing knowledge, and sparking meaningful conversations. My approach is about educating while entertaining, making complex issues relatable and understandable. In Congress, I'll use these skills to engage with constituents and colleagues alike, bringing clarity and charisma to the legislative process.

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Champion of Personal Freedom and Innovation: "As a leader in the edutainment industry, I've been at the forefront of advocating for personal freedom and innovative solutions. In Congress, I will continue to break down outdated barriers and fight for the rights and freedoms of all Americans. My experience has taught me the importance of progressive thinking and respecting individual choices, particularly in areas like healthcare and personal well-being."

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Fierce Advocate for Veterans' Rights and Freedom: "In my journey through the medical industry, I've become a staunch advocate for veterans, fighting for their right to access treatments and supporting their freedom to choose the best health options. In Congress, I will tirelessly work to ensure our veterans receive the respect, care, and freedom they deserve. My goal is to break down the barriers that prevent veterans from accessing beneficial treatments and to amplify their voices in our national conversation. They've served our country; now it's our turn to serve them by safeguarding their personal freedom and well-being."

This information was current as of the candidate's run for U.S. House Nevada District 1 in 2024.

Flemming Larsen

Party: Republican Party

Incumbent: No

Political Office: None

Submitted Biography:  "I came to Nevada with my wife and children to get away from government overreach in California in 2013. Nevada was the place they could call home with its clean and safe neighborhoods. My parents emigrated to America from their home country of Denmark. Once they arrived in California, they opened a small butcher shop, then, soon after, they earned their US citizenship. Their small butcher shop was my second home as his parents tirelessly worked to accomplish the American Dream. I was taught the importance of hard work and the value of never giving up on your dreams. I started to work full-time when I was just 15 years old at my parents' butcher shop where I learned to become a butcher; I did this while attending school. As an adult in my early 20’s I changed career paths and decided to open a restaurant. At the time I had no idea that this would become the first of many. Today my wife of 24 years and I have raised three sons together, and we own and operate a chain of successful restaurants. I know that Nevada was built by Americans who believe in hard work and integrity. We need to bring these values back to Nevada. As a successful business owner in the hospitality and restaurant industry, I understand what it takes to tackle the challenges facing our great state. My 30+ years of business experience have prepared me to serve this community and to be your voice in Washington DC. "

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Key Messages

To read this candidate's full survey responses, click here.

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I will work tirelessly every day to make Nevada the best place to live, work, and raise a family. I will take on the challenges facing our community through policies that promote job opportunities, increase access to high-quality education, enhance public safety, and increase access to quality healthcare.

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Dina Titus has voted over and over again to increase spending and debt with no plan to balance the budget. This has caused the record path of inflation that’s stolen an entire month’s pay out of the pockets of working families in Nevada and across the country. I will fight to reign in unchecked spending and tackle our $34 trillion and growing national debt.

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Thanks to Dina Titus’s votes, over 300 Americans die every day from Chinese-made fentanyl that floods across our open southern border. Dangerous cartels infiltrate our neighborhoods and coyotes bring across millions of illegal aliens who do not belong here. Dina Titus’s open border is a gift to sex traffickers who have turned Las Vegas into a major hub for their illicit trade that victimizes women and even children. I will work to secure the border, cut off the flood of dangerous criminals and drugs pouring into our great country, and stomp out the insidious sex trafficking business.

This information was current as of the candidate's run for U.S. House Nevada District 1 in 2024.

Mark Robertson

Party: Republican Party

Incumbent: No

Political Office: None

Submitted Biography:  "Colonel Mark Robertson has strong ties to our community. He and Lesly raised their family here, where he owned a small business and taught in public, private, and charter schools. Mark freely gave his time to community organizations such as Opportunity Village, Boy Scouts, Little League, The Salvation Army, and local Veteran groups. Mark was Vice Chairman of the Senior Citizen Commission and served in many positions with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Mark has a degree in finance from BYU and an MBA. He taught finance at UNLV. He knows how the economy works and how to control inflation. Mark served in the Army for 30 years. He enlisted as a Private and retired as a Colonel. He deployed to ten foreign countries, including combat tours in Afghanistan, Kuwait, and Iraq. In fact, he served in Iraq with his own son. He was awarded the Bronze Star and Legion on Merit. His national service includes serving in the Pentagon during the Trump administration, teaching at the National Defense University, and being a U.S. Delegate to the Global Coalition Against ISIS. Mark was the 2022 Republican nominee for Congress. During that campaign, he beat Dina Titus in Henderson and Boulder City. He also beat Titus by 20 points with in-person voters. She won the mail-in and ballot-harvested vote. Like Ronald Reagan and Abraham Lincoln, who also lost their first election, Mark will use the lessons learned in 2022 to win in 2024."

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Key Messages

To read this candidate's full survey responses, click here.

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I will sponsor legislation to secure our border to stop the flow of guns, gangs, and drugs into our communities, followed by immigration reform that only allows people into our country with the skills we need and who will not require government assistance. People entering our country illegally raise the cost of healthcare, education, and daily living for Nevadans.

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I will fight to return regular order to our budgeting process, thus controlling spending on our way to a balanced budget. We must stop printing, borrowing, and spending money we do not have. Overspending by the Federal government has created the inflation that is hurting Nevada families.

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I will introduce legislation to protect parents’ right to choose which school is best for their child while reducing or eliminating the federal government’s role in education. Education funds should follow the child. Nevada schools rank near the bottom in math, science, and reading. Our children should not be trapped in failing schools.

This information was current as of the candidate's run for U.S. House Nevada District 1 in 2024.

Voting information

See also: Voting in Nevada

Election information in Nevada: June 11, 2024, election.

What was the voter registration deadline?

• In-person: June 11, 2024
• By mail: Postmarked by May 14, 2024
• Online: June 11, 2024

Was absentee/mail-in voting available to all voters?

N/A

What was the absentee/mail-in ballot request deadline?

• In-person: N/A
• By mail: N/A by N/A
• Online: N/A

What was the absentee/mail-in ballot return deadline?

• In-person: June 11, 2024
• By mail: Postmarked by June 11, 2024

Was early voting available to all voters?

N/A

What were the early voting start and end dates?

May 25, 2024 to June 7, 2024

Were all voters required to present ID at the polls? If so, was a photo or non-photo ID required?

N/A

When were polls open on Election Day?

7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. (MST and PST)

Campaign finance

Name	Party	Receipts*	Disbursements**	Cash on hand	Date
Jim Blockey	Republican Party	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
Michael Boris	Republican Party	$30,781	$30,781	$0	As of December 31, 2024
Flemming Larsen	Republican Party	$1,903,158	$1,903,015	$0	As of December 31, 2024
Mark Robertson	Republican Party	$401,644	$560,978	$9,696	As of December 31, 2024
Evan Stone	Republican Party	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
Source: Federal Elections Commission, "Campaign finance data," 2024. This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC). * According to the FEC, "Receipts are anything of value (money, goods, services or property) received by a political committee." ** According to the FEC, a disbursement "is a purchase, payment, distribution, loan, advance, deposit or gift of money or anything of value to influence a federal election," plus other kinds of payments not made to influence a federal election. *** Candidate either did not report any receipts or disbursements to the FEC, or Ballotpedia did not find an FEC candidate ID.

District analysis

Click the tabs below to view information about voter composition, past elections, and demographics in both the district and the state.

• District map - A map of the district in place for the election.
• Competitiveness - Information about the competitiveness of 2024 U.S. House elections in the state.
• Presidential elections - Information about presidential elections in the district and the state.
• State party control - The partisan makeup of the state's congressional delegation and state government.

• District map
• Competitiveness
• Presidential elections
• State party control

Below was the map in use at the time of the election. Click the map below to enlarge it.

See also: Primary election competitiveness in state and federal government, 2024

This section contains data on U.S. House primary election competitiveness in Nevada.

Nevada U.S. House primary competitiveness, 2014-2024
Office	Districts/ offices	Seats	Open seats	Candidates	Possible primaries	Contested Democratic primaries	Contested Republican primaries	% of contested primaries	Incumbents in contested primaries	% of incumbents in contested primaries
2024	4	4	0	22	8	2	4	75.0%	3	75.0%
2022	4	4	0	33	8	3	4	87.5%	3	75.0%
2020	4	4	0	40	8	4	4	100.0%	4	100.0%
2018	4	4	2	42	8	4	4	100.0%	2	100.0%
2016	4	4	1	37	8	4	3	87.5%	2	66.7%
2014	4	4	0	19	8	4	2	75.0%	2	50.0%

Post-filing deadline analysis

The following analysis covers all U.S. House districts up for election in Nevada in 2024. Information below was calculated on April 13, 2024, and may differ from information shown in the table above due to candidate replacements and withdrawals after that time.

Twenty-two candidates ran for Nevada’s four U.S. House districts, including five Democrats and 17 Republicans. That’s 5.5 candidates per district, less than the 8.25 candidates per district in 2022, the 10.0 candidates per district in 2020, and the 10.5 candidates in 2018.

The 22 candidates who ran in Nevada in 2024 was the fewest number of candidates since 2014, when 19 candidates ran.

No seats were open in 2024, meaning all incumbents ran for re-election. There were two House seats open in 2018 and one in 2016, the only two election cycles this decade in which House seats were open.

Nine candidates—two Democrats and seven Republicans—ran for the 3rd Congressional District, the most candidates who ran for a seat in Nevada in 2024.

Six primaries—two Democratic and four Republican—were contested in 2024, tying with 2014 for the fewest this decade.

Three incumbents—two Democrats and one Republican—faced primary challengers in 2024. That’s the same number of incumbents who faced primary challengers in 2022, but less than the four incumbents who faced primary challengers in 2020.

The 2nd Congressional District was guaranteed to Republicans because no Democrats filed to run. Republicans filed to run in every district, meaning none were guaranteed to Democrats.

Partisan Voter Index

See also: The Cook Political Report's Partisan Voter Index

Heading into the 2024 elections, based on results from the 2020 and 2016 presidential elections, the Cook Partisan Voter Index for this district was D+3. This meant that in those two presidential elections, this district's results were 3 percentage points more Democratic than the national average. This made Nevada's 1st the 192nd most Democratic district nationally.

2020 presidential election results

The table below shows what the vote in the 2020 presidential election would have been in this district. The presidential election data was compiled by Daily Kos.

2020 presidential results in Nevada's 1st based on 2024 district lines
Joe Biden	Donald Trump
53.2%	44.7%

Inside Elections Baselines

See also: Inside Elections

Inside Elections' Baseline is a figure that analyzes all federal and statewide election results from the district over the past four election cycles. The results are combined in an index estimating the strength of a typical Democratic or Republican candidate in the congressional district. The table below displays the Baseline data for this district.

Inside Elections Baseline for 2024
Democratic Baseline	Republican Baseline	Difference
52.0	43.5	D+8.4

Presidential voting history

See also: Presidential election in Nevada, 2020

Nevada presidential election results (1900-2020)

• 17 Democratic wins
• 14 Republican wins

Year	1900	1904	1908	1912	1916	1920	1924	1928	1932	1936	1940	1944	1948	1952	1956	1960	1964	1968	1972	1976	1980	1984	1988	1992	1996	2000	2004	2008	2012	2016	2020
Winning Party	D	R	D	D	D	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	R	R	D	D	R	R	R	R	R	R	D	D	R	R	D	D	D	D

See also: Party control of Nevada state government

Congressional delegation

The table below displays the partisan composition of Nevada's congressional delegation as of May 2024.

Congressional Partisan Breakdown from Nevada
Party	U.S. Senate	U.S. House	Total
Democratic	2	3	5
Republican	0	1	1
Independent	0	0	0
Vacancies	0	0	0
Total	2	4	6

State executive

The table below displays the officeholders in Nevada's top four state executive offices as of May 2024.

State executive officials in Nevada, May 2024
Office	Officeholder
Governor	Joe Lombardo
Lieutenant Governor	Stavros Anthony
Secretary of State	Cisco Aguilar
Attorney General	Aaron D. Ford

State legislature

Nevada State Senate

Party		As of February 2024
	Democratic Party	13
	Republican Party	7
	Other	0
	Vacancies	1
Total		21

Nevada State Assembly

Party		As of February 2024
	Democratic Party	27
	Republican Party	14
	Other	0
	Vacancies	1
Total		42

Trifecta control

The table below shows the state's trifecta status from 1992 until the 2024 election.

Nevada Party Control: 1992-2024
Five years of Democratic trifectas  •  Two years of Republican trifectas
Scroll left and right on the table below to view more years.

Year	92	93	94	95	96	97	98	99	00	01	02	03	04	05	06	07	08	09	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	19	20	21	22	23	24
Governor	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	R	R
Senate	D	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D
House	D	D	D	S	S	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	R	R	D	D	D	D	D	D	D	D

Ballot access

The table below details filing requirements for U.S. House candidates in Nevada in the 2024 election cycle. For additional information on candidate ballot access requirements in Nevada, click here.

Filing requirements for U.S. House candidates, 2024
State	Office	Party	Signatures required	Filing fee	Filing deadline	Source
Nevada	U.S. House	ballot-qualified	N/A	$300.00	3/15/2024	Source
Nevada	U.S. House	unaffiliated	N/A	$300.00	6/6/2024	Source

See also

• Nevada's 1st Congressional District election, 2024 (June 11 Democratic primary)
• Nevada's 1st Congressional District election, 2024
• United States House elections in Nevada, 2024 (June 11 Democratic primaries)
• United States House elections in Nevada, 2024 (June 11 Republican primaries)
• United States House Democratic Party primaries, 2024
• United States House Republican Party primaries, 2024
• United States House of Representatives elections, 2024
• U.S. House battlegrounds, 2024

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Footnotes

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Nevada's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Catherine Masto (D)

Jacky Rosen (D)

Representatives

District 1

Dina Titus (D)

District 2

Mark Amodei (R)

District 3

Susie Lee (D)

District 4

Steven Horsford (D)

Democratic Party (5)

Republican Party (1)

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